Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Buckeye Lake, OH
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Post-Surgery Care in Buckeye Lake, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, about 10 mi away in a straight line, followed by Fairfield Medical Center (16 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 19 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Buckeye Lake. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Buckeye Lake compared with Licking County and Ohio
| Census figure | Buckeye Lake | Licking County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 35% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 14% | 27% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.7% | 5.2% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.6% | 8.4% | 10% |
Older residents in towns around Buckeye Lake
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hebron, OH | 2.0 mi | 371 | 57% |
| Heath, OH | 6.2 mi | 2,410 | 35% |
| Granville, OH | 8.4 mi | 1,174 | 31% |
| Baltimore, OH | 9.0 mi | 641 | 38% |
| Newark, OH | 9.8 mi | 8,750 | 38% |
| Beechwood Trails, OH | 11 mi | 610 | 23% |
Hospitals near Buckeye Lake
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licking Memorial Hospital | Newark, OH | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | (740) 348-4000 |
| Fairfield Medical Center | Lancaster, OH | 16 mi | 2 of 5 | (740) 687-8000 |
| Diley Ridge Medical Center | Canal Winchester, OH | 19 mi | not rated | (614) 838-7911 |
| Mount Carmel East & West | Columbus, OH | 19 mi | 2 of 5 | (614) 234-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Buckeye Lake
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health Ii | Mount Vernon, OH | 31 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 397-2225 |
| Home Health Connection, Inc | Lancaster, OH | 16 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 839-4545 |
| Mount Carmel Home Care | Columbus, OH | 19 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 234-0100 |
| Genesis Home Care | Zanesville, OH | 25 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 452-5458 |
| National Church Residences Home And Community Serv | Dublin, OH | 36 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 457-6950 |
| Licking Memorial Hospital Home Care | Newark, OH | 10 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Straight-line miles from the center of Buckeye Lake. 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 Buckeye Lake
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Buckeye Lake: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Buckeye Lake?
Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, about 10 mi in a straight line from the center of Buckeye Lake (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (740) 348-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Buckeye Lake?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Buckeye Lake ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health Ii (4.5 of 5), Home Health Connection, Inc (3.5 of 5), Mount Carmel Home Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Buckeye Lake?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Beechwood Trails, OH
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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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