Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Atlanta, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Atlanta, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Wadley Regional Medical Center in Texarkana, about 21 mi away in a straight line, followed by North Caddo Medical Center (23 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 17 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Atlanta. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Atlanta compared with Cass County and Texas
| Census figure | Atlanta | Cass County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 39% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 21% | 23% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.0% | 6.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 2.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 16% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,065 | $43,883 | — |
Older residents in towns around Atlanta
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivian, LA | 20 mi | 449 | 67% |
| Wake Village, TX | 22 mi | 813 | 29% |
| Nash, TX | 23 mi | 515 | 46% |
| Texarkana, TX | 24 mi | 6,499 | 34% |
| Texarkana, AR | 25 mi | 4,984 | 42% |
| New Boston, TX | 28 mi | 974 | 32% |
Hospitals near Atlanta
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wadley Regional Medical Center | Texarkana, TX | 21 mi | not rated | (903) 798-8000 |
| North Caddo Medical Center | Vivian, LA | 23 mi | not rated | (318) 375-3235 |
| Christus St Michael Health System | Texarkana, TX | 25 mi | 3 of 5 | (903) 614-1000 |
| Little River Memorial Hospital | Ashdown, AR | 39 mi | not rated | (870) 898-5011 |
Home health agencies serving Atlanta
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Texarkana, TX | — | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 794-3102 |
| Kelton Home Health Care | Atlanta, TX | 0.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (903) 796-4040 |
| Traditions Health | Longview, TX | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 663-2331 |
| Choice Homecare Of The Pines | Longview, TX | 53 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 236-8880 |
| Guardian Healthcare | Paris, TX | 88 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 737-9865 |
| Christus Homecare - St Michael | Texarkana, TX | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 255-5100 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Atlanta. 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 Atlanta
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,505 monthly median income of Atlanta households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family 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 Atlanta: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Atlanta?
Wadley Regional Medical Center in Texarkana, about 21 mi in a straight line from the center of Atlanta (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (903) 798-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Atlanta?
Medicare lists 17 certified agencies whose service area includes Atlanta ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (5 of 5), Kelton Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Traditions Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Atlanta?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,505 monthly median income of Atlanta households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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
- Post-Surgery Care in Vivian, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Wake Village, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Nash, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Texarkana, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Texarkana, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in New Boston, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Daingerfield, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Benton, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Ashdown, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Blanchard, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Marshall, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Springhill, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Mount Pleasant, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Pittsburg, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Hallsville, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Greenwood, LA
Other care in Atlanta
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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