Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Newport, AR
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Post-Surgery Care in Newport, AR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Unity Health - Newport in Newport, about 2.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by White River Medical Center (19 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Newport. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Newport compared with Jackson County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Newport | Jackson County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 48% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 18% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 25% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 15% | 8.8% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.1% | 10% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,194 | $40,262 | — |
Older residents in towns around Newport
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside, AR | 23 mi | 674 | 33% |
| Batesville, AR | 24 mi | 1,802 | 54% |
| Bald Knob, AR | 29 mi | 400 | 54% |
| Bono, AR | 31 mi | 172 | 53% |
| Hoxie, AR | 32 mi | 494 | 70% |
| Jonesboro, AR | 34 mi | 11,363 | 43% |
Hospitals near Newport
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Health - Newport | Newport, AR | 2.2 mi | not rated | (870) 523-8911 |
| White River Medical Center | Batesville, AR | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | (870) 262-1200 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. | Jonesboro, AR | 28 mi | 3 of 5 | (870) 972-7000 |
| Lawrence Memorial Hospital | Walnut Ridge, AR | 33 mi | not rated | (870) 886-1200 |
Home health agencies serving Newport
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approve Home Medical Services | Batesville, AR | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 822-8232 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Paragould, AR | 50 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy | (870) 236-1716 |
| Adoration Home Health | Batesville, AR | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (502) 630-7138 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Melbourne, AR | 49 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 368-3472 |
| Unity Health Homecare | Newport, AR | 2.2 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (870) 523-0390 |
| Trinity North Home Health LLC | Jonesboro, AR | 33 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy | (870) 932-7463 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Newport. 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 Newport
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,600 monthly median income of Newport households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Newport: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Newport?
Unity Health - Newport in Newport, about 2.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Newport (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (870) 523-8911. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Newport?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Newport ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Approve Home Medical Services (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Newport?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,600 monthly median income of Newport households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Southside, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Batesville, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Bald Knob, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Bono, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Hoxie, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Jonesboro, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Walnut Ridge, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Wynne, AR
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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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