Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Martinsville, VA
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Post-Surgery Care in Martinsville, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Unc Rockingham in Eden, about 14 mi away in a straight line, followed by Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital (21 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Martinsville. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Martinsville compared with Virginia
| Census figure | Martinsville | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.7% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $38,406 | — |
Older residents in towns around Martinsville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collinsville, VA | 3.7 mi | 1,267 | 45% |
| Eden, NC | 14 mi | 2,744 | 46% |
| Wentworth, NC | 20 mi | 565 | 26% |
| Rocky Mount, VA | 22 mi | 1,133 | 33% |
| Mount Hermon, VA | 24 mi | 1,127 | 28% |
| Reidsville, NC | 26 mi | 3,293 | 39% |
Hospitals near Martinsville
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unc Rockingham | Eden, NC | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | (336) 623-9711 |
| Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital | Rocky Mount, VA | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | (540) 483-5277 |
| Sovah Health Danville | Danville, VA | 25 mi | 2 of 5 | (434) 799-2100 |
| Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute | Danville, VA | 25 mi | not rated | (434) 773-4339 |
Home health agencies serving Martinsville
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Roanoke, VA | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 362-7578 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Roanoke, VA | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 265-5980 |
| Liberty Home Care V LLC | Stuart, VA | 21 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (276) 694-4424 |
| Hallmark Home Health Care | Danville, VA | 25 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (434) 799-3938 |
| Commonwealth Healthcare At Home | Martinsville, VA | 0.4 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (276) 634-1950 |
| Carilion Home Care Franklin | Rocky Mount, VA | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 489-6383 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Martinsville. 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 Martinsville
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,201 monthly median income of Martinsville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Martinsville: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Martinsville?
Unc Rockingham in Eden, about 14 mi in a straight line from the center of Martinsville (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (336) 623-9711. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Martinsville?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Martinsville ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Liberty Home Care V LLC (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Martinsville?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,201 monthly median income of Martinsville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Collinsville, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Eden, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Wentworth, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Rocky Mount, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Mount Hermon, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Reidsville, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Danville, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in North Shore, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Stokesdale, NC
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- Post-Surgery Care in Cave Spring, VA
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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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