Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Gatlinburg, TN
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Post-Surgery Care in Gatlinburg, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Leconte Medical Center in Sevierville, about 8.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (18 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Gatlinburg. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Gatlinburg compared with Sevier County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Gatlinburg | Sevier County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 36% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 20% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 23% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 4.1% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 11% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,474 | $54,415 | — |
Older residents in towns around Gatlinburg
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pigeon Forge, TN | 6.4 mi | 1,009 | 41% |
| Sevierville, TN | 12 mi | 3,392 | 38% |
| Seymour, TN | 19 mi | 2,935 | 47% |
| Dandridge, TN | 21 mi | 814 | 41% |
| Newport, TN | 23 mi | 1,289 | 54% |
| Strawberry Plains, TN | 25 mi | 466 | 35% |
Hospitals near Gatlinburg
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leconte Medical Center | Sevierville, TN | 8.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (865) 446-7500 |
| Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority | Cherokee, NC | 18 mi | not rated | (828) 497-9163 |
| Dlp Swain County Hospital LLC | Bryson City, NC | 21 mi | not rated | (828) 488-2155 |
| Blount Memorial Hospital | Maryville, TN | 23 mi | 2 of 5 | (865) 983-7211 |
Home health agencies serving Gatlinburg
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Knoxville, TN | 36 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (865) 584-3133 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Knoxville, TN | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 584-2510 |
| Covenant Homecare | Knoxville, TN | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 374-0600 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Knoxville, TN | 29 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 584-4010 |
| University Of TN Medical Center Home Care Services | Knoxville, TN | 29 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 544-6200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Gatlinburg. 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 Gatlinburg
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 29% of the $4,540 monthly median income of Gatlinburg 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 Gatlinburg: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Gatlinburg?
Leconte Medical Center in Sevierville, about 8.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Gatlinburg (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (865) 446-7500. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Gatlinburg?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Gatlinburg ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4 of 5), Covenant Homecare (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Gatlinburg?
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 29% of the $4,540 monthly median income of Gatlinburg 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 Strawberry Plains, TN
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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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