Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Powell, 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 Powell for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Powell, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Physicians Regional Medical Center in Powell, about 0.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Parkwest Medical Center (7.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 12 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Powell. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Powell compared with Knox County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Powell | Knox County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 32% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 30% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.6% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.4% | 9.5% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $46,172 | $56,033 | — |
Older residents in towns around Powell
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karns, TN | 6.0 mi | 798 | 35% |
| Halls, TN | 6.2 mi | 2,785 | 28% |
| Knoxville, TN | 6.4 mi | 28,120 | 36% |
| Clinton, TN | 7.0 mi | 2,368 | 45% |
| Farragut, TN | 14 mi | 5,514 | 27% |
| Louisville, TN | 15 mi | 1,059 | 32% |
Hospitals near Powell
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physicians Regional Medical Center | Powell, TN | 0.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (865) 545-8000 |
| Parkwest Medical Center | Knoxville, TN | 7.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (865) 970-1001 |
| Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center | Knoxville, TN | 7.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (865) 541-1101 |
| East Tennessee Childrens Hospital | Knoxville, TN | 7.7 mi | not rated | (865) 541-8000 |
Home health agencies serving Powell
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Knoxville, TN | 6.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 450-1160 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Knoxville, TN | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (865) 584-3133 |
| Nhc Homecare Knoxville | Knoxville, TN | 7.6 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (865) 539-0242 |
| Covenant Homecare | Knoxville, TN | 6.2 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 374-0600 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Knoxville, TN | 6.2 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 584-2510 |
| Adoration Home Health | Knoxville, TN | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (865) 531-9713 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Powell. 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 Powell
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 35% of the $3,848 monthly median income of Powell 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 Powell: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Powell?
Physicians Regional Medical Center in Powell, about 0.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Powell (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (865) 545-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Powell?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Powell ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Nhc Homecare Knoxville (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Powell?
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 35% of the $3,848 monthly median income of Powell 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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