Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Mount Juliet, TN
Non-medical help at home in the days and weeks after surgery, a hospital stay or a fall, alongside any nursing or therapy a doctor orders. Post what you need in Mount Juliet for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Mount Juliet, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Tristar Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, about 5.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center (9.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 23 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Mount Juliet. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Mount Juliet compared with Wilson County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Mount Juliet | Wilson County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 31% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 22% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.4% | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.7% | 7.8% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $70,713 | $62,053 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mount Juliet
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Hill, TN | 4.2 mi | 1,400 | 26% |
| Hendersonville, TN | 9.0 mi | 10,859 | 30% |
| Lebanon, TN | 9.2 mi | 7,242 | 32% |
| La Vergne, TN | 13 mi | 3,163 | 41% |
| Gallatin, TN | 13 mi | 8,031 | 31% |
| Shackle Island, TN | 14 mi | 573 | 31% |
Hospitals near Mount Juliet
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tristar Summit Medical Center | Hermitage, TN | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | (615) 316-3000 |
| Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center | Hendersonville, TN | 9.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (615) 338-1000 |
| Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital | Lebanon, TN | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | (615) 444-2250 |
| Highpoint Health-Sumner With Ascension Saint Thoma | Gallatin, TN | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | (615) 328-8888 |
Home health agencies serving Mount Juliet
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Nashville, TN | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (615) 360-9000 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Lebanon, TN | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (615) 449-0045 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Nashville, TN | 8.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (615) 313-7400 |
| Adoration Home Health, LLC | Madison, TN | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (615) 733-3600 |
| Beacon Home Health | Smyrna, TN | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (615) 890-6455 |
| Nhc Homecare Murfreesboro | Murfreesboro, TN | 23 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (615) 896-2300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mount Juliet. 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 Mount Juliet
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 23% of the $5,893 monthly median income of Mount Juliet 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 Mount Juliet: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Mount Juliet?
Tristar Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, about 5.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Mount Juliet (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (615) 316-3000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Mount Juliet?
Medicare lists 23 certified agencies whose service area includes Mount Juliet ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Mount Juliet?
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 23% of the $5,893 monthly median income of Mount Juliet 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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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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