Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Abingdon, MD
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Post-Surgery Care in Abingdon, MD: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Um Upper Chesapeake Behavioral Health Pavilion At in Aberdeen, about 5.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Umd Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (6.9 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Abingdon. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Abingdon compared with Harford County and Maryland
| Census figure | Abingdon | Harford County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 25% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.1% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 13% | 25% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.0% | 4.4% | 8.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.7% | 9.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $72,917 | $70,571 | — |
Older residents in towns around Abingdon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside, MD | 2.0 mi | 773 | 34% |
| Edgewood, MD | 3.2 mi | 3,283 | 33% |
| Bel Air South, MD | 3.6 mi | 9,299 | 29% |
| Joppatowne, MD | 5.3 mi | 2,705 | 35% |
| Bel Air, MD | 6.3 mi | 2,305 | 37% |
| Aberdeen, MD | 6.4 mi | 2,930 | 41% |
Hospitals near Abingdon
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Um Upper Chesapeake Behavioral Health Pavilion At | Aberdeen, MD | 5.9 mi | not rated | (443) 843-5000 |
| Umd Upper Chesapeake Medical Center | Bel Air, MD | 6.9 mi | 2 of 5 | (443) 643-3303 |
| Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center | Rosedale, MD | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (443) 777-7850 |
| Greater Baltimore Medical Center | Baltimore, MD | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | (443) 849-2000 |
Home health agencies serving Abingdon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homecentris Home Health Ii | Owings Mills, MD | 27 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 321-8448 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbia, MD | 35 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 997-5257 |
| Amedisys Maryland Sub, LLC | Forest Hill, MD | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 420-6412 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Maryland LLC | Rosedale, MD | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 686-8413 |
| Community Home Health Of Maryland | Towson, MD | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 356-1600 |
| Stella Maris, Inc. | Timonium, MD | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 252-4500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Abingdon. 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 Abingdon
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $6,076 monthly median income of Abingdon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Abingdon: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Abingdon?
Um Upper Chesapeake Behavioral Health Pavilion At in Aberdeen, about 5.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Abingdon (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (443) 843-5000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Abingdon?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Abingdon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Homecentris Home Health Ii (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Maryland Sub, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Abingdon?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $6,076 monthly median income of Abingdon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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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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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