Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Poplar Bluff, MO
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 Poplar Bluff for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Poplar Bluff, MO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, about 0.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mercy Hospital Stoddard (25 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Poplar Bluff. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Poplar Bluff compared with Butler County and Missouri
| Census figure | Poplar Bluff | Butler County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 51% | 46% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 36% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 14% | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 16% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,313 | $36,708 | — |
Older residents in towns around Poplar Bluff
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dexter, MO | 25 mi | 1,646 | 55% |
| Malden, MO | 26 mi | 753 | 53% |
| Corning, AR | 26 mi | 758 | 26% |
| Piggott, AR | 29 mi | 664 | 48% |
| Piedmont, MO | 31 mi | 501 | 75% |
| Kennett, MO | 41 mi | 2,130 | 43% |
Hospitals near Poplar Bluff
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center | Poplar Bluff, MO | 0.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (573) 785-7721 |
| Mercy Hospital Stoddard | Dexter, MO | 25 mi | 2 of 5 | (573) 624-5566 |
| Piggott Community Hospital | Piggott, AR | 29 mi | 3 of 5 | (870) 598-3881 |
Home health agencies serving Poplar Bluff
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri | Poplar Bluff, MO | 0.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (573) 727-9687 |
| Sunrise Home Care, LLC | Poplar Bluff, MO | 3.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (573) 776-6100 |
| Elara Caring | Dexter, MO | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 243-0042 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Southeast Missouri, Inc | Kennett, MO | 41 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (573) 888-5892 |
| Adoration Home Health | Sikeston, MO | 47 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (573) 472-2234 |
| Comfort Care Home Health Agency, Inc | Doniphan, MO | 23 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (573) 996-3524 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Poplar Bluff. 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 Poplar Bluff
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 56% of the $2,443 monthly median income of Poplar Bluff households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid 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 Poplar Bluff: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Poplar Bluff?
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, about 0.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Poplar Bluff (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (573) 785-7721. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Poplar Bluff?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Poplar Bluff ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health Of Missouri (4.5 of 5), Sunrise Home Care, LLC (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Poplar Bluff?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 56% of the $2,443 monthly median income of Poplar Bluff households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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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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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