Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Covington, TN
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Post-Surgery Care in Covington, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton in Covington, about 0.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Lauderdale Community Hospital (14 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 14 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Covington. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Covington compared with Tipton County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Covington | Tipton County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 44% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 26% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 5.2% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.0% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.8% | 8.8% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $52,208 | $53,593 | — |
Older residents in towns around Covington
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton, TN | 7.6 mi | 343 | 54% |
| Atoka, TN | 12 mi | 1,272 | 41% |
| Munford, TN | 13 mi | 843 | 55% |
| Ripley, TN | 14 mi | 1,060 | 48% |
| Osceola, AR | 21 mi | 884 | 52% |
| Millington, TN | 21 mi | 1,927 | 44% |
Hospitals near Covington
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton | Covington, TN | 0.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (901) 476-2621 |
| Lauderdale Community Hospital | Ripley, TN | 14 mi | not rated | (731) 221-2200 |
| South Mississippi County Regional Medical Center | Osceola, AR | 21 mi | not rated | (870) 563-7000 |
| Haywood County Community Hospital | Brownsville, TN | 22 mi | not rated | (731) 968-3646 |
Home health agencies serving Covington
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhc Homecare Somerville | Arlington, TN | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (901) 465-4101 |
| Adoration Home Health Brownsville | Brownsville, TN | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (731) 772-9474 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of West Tennessee, LLC | Memphis, TN | 33 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (901) 203-8202 |
| Beacon Home Health | Memphis, TN | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (901) 685-7231 |
| Beacon Home Health | Jackson, TN | 47 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (731) 664-2264 |
| Tennessee Quality Care - Home Health | Parsons, TN | 86 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (615) 656-3658 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Covington. 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 Covington
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $4,351 monthly median income of Covington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 TennCare CHOICES: how to get paid to care for a family member in Tennessee.
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 Covington: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Covington?
Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton in Covington, about 0.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Covington (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (901) 476-2621. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Covington?
Medicare lists 14 certified agencies whose service area includes Covington ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Nhc Homecare Somerville (4.5 of 5), Adoration Home Health Brownsville (4.5 of 5), Accentcare Home Health Of West Tennessee, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Covington?
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 31% of the $4,351 monthly median income of Covington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Brighton, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Atoka, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Munford, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Ripley, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Osceola, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Millington, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Lakeland, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Arlington, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Brownsville, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Oakland, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Bartlett, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Somerville, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Blytheville, AR
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Other care in Covington
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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