Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Mineral Point, WI
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Post-Surgery Care in Mineral Point, WI: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, about 7.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Lafayette Hospital And Clinics (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 4 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Mineral Point. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Mineral Point compared with Iowa County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Mineral Point | Iowa County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 20% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.4% | 4.3% | 6.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 11% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,063 | $57,697 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mineral Point
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgeville, WI | 7.6 mi | 991 | 27% |
| Platteville, WI | 17 mi | 1,286 | 33% |
| Mount Horeb, WI | 25 mi | 1,173 | 37% |
| Fennimore, WI | 25 mi | 468 | 30% |
| Lancaster, WI | 27 mi | 935 | 24% |
| Cross Plains, WI | 32 mi | 560 | 37% |
Hospitals near Mineral Point
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upland Hills Health | Dodgeville, WI | 7.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (608) 930-8000 |
| Lafayette Hospital And Clinics | Darlington, WI | 13 mi | not rated | (608) 776-4466 |
| Southwest Health Center | Platteville, WI | 18 mi | not rated | (608) 348-2331 |
| Grant Regional Health Center | Lancaster, WI | 27 mi | not rated | (608) 723-2143 |
Home health agencies serving Mineral Point
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upland Hills Home Health | Dodgeville, WI | 7.7 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (608) 930-7210 |
| Homeward Bound Home Health | Lancaster, WI | 27 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (608) 723-6601 |
| Commonheart Home Health | Waukesha, WI | 97 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 261-7108 |
| Transitions At Home Of Western Wisconsin | Mount Horeb, WI | 24 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (608) 437-5515 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mineral Point. 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 Mineral Point
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,089 monthly median income of Mineral Point households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a 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 Mineral Point: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Mineral Point?
Upland Hills Health in Dodgeville, about 7.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Mineral Point (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (608) 930-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Mineral Point?
Medicare lists 4 certified agencies whose service area includes Mineral Point ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Upland Hills Home Health (3 of 5), Homeward Bound Home Health (2.5 of 5), Commonheart Home Health (2.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Mineral Point?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,089 monthly median income of Mineral Point households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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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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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