Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Superior, WI
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Post-Surgery Care in Superior, WI: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Marys Hospital Superior in Superior, about 0.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center (7.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Superior. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Superior compared with Douglas County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Superior | Douglas County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 34% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 33% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 8.0% | 6.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 10% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,279 | $51,771 | — |
Older residents in towns around Superior
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duluth, MN | 6.2 mi | 15,068 | 30% |
| Proctor, MN | 7.8 mi | 732 | 45% |
| Hermantown, MN | 11 mi | 1,737 | 30% |
| Rice Lake, MN | 15 mi | 949 | 19% |
| Cloquet, MN | 20 mi | 2,175 | 33% |
| Two Harbors, MN | 30 mi | 694 | 40% |
Hospitals near Superior
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Hospital Superior | Superior, WI | 0.8 mi | not rated | (715) 817-7000 |
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center | Duluth, MN | 7.4 mi | 4 of 5 | (218) 786-3574 |
| St Lukes Hospital | Duluth, MN | 7.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (218) 249-2449 |
| Community Memorial Hospital | Cloquet, MN | 22 mi | not rated | (218) 879-4641 |
Home health agencies serving Superior
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveanna Home Health | Duluth, MN | 5.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (218) 733-3485 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Duluth, MN | 5.4 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 677-2244 |
| Avanti Home Care | Ashland, WI | 64 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (715) 682-9500 |
| Aspirus St. Luke's At Home - Home Care - Duluth | Duluth, MN | 7.4 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (218) 249-6111 |
| Transitions Home Health Of Central Wisconsin | Stevens Point, WI | 193 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (715) 544-2322 |
| Regency Home Healthcare Services, LLC | Maple Grove, MN | 127 mi | 1 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (651) 488-4655 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Superior. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a post-surgery caregiver can help with
- Help getting in and out of bed, chairs and the shower
- Meals, fluids and medication reminders
- Rides to follow-up and therapy appointments
- Help with home exercises the therapist set
What post-surgery care costs in Superior
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,523 monthly median income of Superior households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
What to know before hiring a post-surgery caregiver
Medicare covers home health care after surgery when a doctor orders it and the person is homebound: part-time skilled nursing and therapy from a Medicare-certified agency. It does not cover round-the-clock help, or personal care when that is the only care needed (Medicare.gov).
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone after this kind of surgery? Are you comfortable with transfers, walkers and shower chairs? Can you start on the discharge date and cover the first nights? More in our post-surgery care guide.
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Post-Surgery Care in Superior: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Superior?
St Marys Hospital Superior in Superior, about 0.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Superior (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (715) 817-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Superior?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Superior ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aveanna Home Health (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), Avanti Home Care (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Superior?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $3,523 monthly median income of Superior households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
How long do people usually need help after surgery?
It depends on the operation and the person. After a hip or knee replacement many people need daily help for a few weeks, and more at night in the first days. Ask the surgical team for an estimate and plan with some slack.
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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Hermantown, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Rice Lake, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Cloquet, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Two Harbors, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Moose Lake, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Hayward, WI
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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