Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Spurgeon, TN
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Post-Surgery Care in Spurgeon, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, about 9.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Indian Path Community Hospital (9.1 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 Spurgeon. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Spurgeon compared with Sullivan County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Spurgeon | Sullivan County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 37% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 22% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 31% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.7% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 10% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,774 | $45,032 | — |
Older residents in towns around Spurgeon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove, TN | 2.0 mi | 1,100 | 31% |
| Colonial Heights, TN | 3.8 mi | 703 | 43% |
| Kingsport, TN | 6.9 mi | 13,132 | 41% |
| Johnson City, TN | 8.4 mi | 11,382 | 38% |
| Blountville, TN | 9.6 mi | 702 | 29% |
| Bloomingdale, TN | 9.9 mi | 2,040 | 47% |
Hospitals near Spurgeon
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center | Kingsport, TN | 9.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (423) 224-4000 |
| Indian Path Community Hospital | Kingsport, TN | 9.1 mi | not rated | (423) 857-7000 |
| Johnson City Medical Center | Johnson City, TN | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | (423) 431-6111 |
| Franklin Woods Community Hospital | Johnson City, TN | 10 mi | 3 of 5 | (423) 302-1120 |
Home health agencies serving Spurgeon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoration Home Health | Greeneville, TN | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (423) 636-0700 |
| Adoration Home Health | Kingsport, TN | 6.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (423) 378-7331 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Kingsport, TN | 9.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (423) 230-1000 |
| Ballad Health Homecare | Johnson City, TN | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (423) 431-6146 |
| Nhc Homecare Johnson City | Johnson City, TN | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (423) 434-0163 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Johnson City, TN | 3.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (423) 952-2340 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Spurgeon. 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 Spurgeon
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 29% of the $4,648 monthly median income of Spurgeon 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 Spurgeon: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Spurgeon?
Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, about 9.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Spurgeon (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (423) 224-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Spurgeon?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Spurgeon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Adoration Home Health (5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Spurgeon?
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 29% of the $4,648 monthly median income of Spurgeon 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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