Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Starkville, MS
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 Starkville for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Starkville, MS: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County in Starkville, about 1.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Clay County Medical Corporation (14 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 3 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Starkville. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Starkville compared with Oktibbeha County and Mississippi
| Census figure | Starkville | Oktibbeha County | Mississippi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 32% | 41% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 12% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 27% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.5% | 5.4% | 6.3% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 14% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $57,428 | $54,571 | — |
Older residents in towns around Starkville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi State, MS | 2.2 mi | 0 | — |
| West Point, MS | 14 mi | 1,985 | 25% |
| Columbus, MS | 24 mi | 4,787 | 31% |
| Louisville, MS | 27 mi | 1,340 | 43% |
| New Hope, MS | 28 mi | 484 | 13% |
| Macon, MS | 28 mi | 412 | 64% |
Hospitals near Starkville
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County | Starkville, MS | 1.0 mi | 2 of 5 | (662) 323-4320 |
| Clay County Medical Corporation | West Point, MS | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | (662) 495-2300 |
| Bmh-Golden Triangle | Columbus, MS | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | (662) 244-1000 |
| Choctaw Regional Medical Center | Ackerman, MS | 23 mi | not rated | (662) 285-6235 |
Home health agencies serving Starkville
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbus, MS | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (662) 327-9669 |
| North Mississippi Medical Ctr Hha | Tupelo, MS | 55 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (662) 377-2499 |
| Mississippi Homecare Of Eupora | Eupora, MS | 27 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (601) 267-5446 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Starkville. 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 Starkville
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,786 monthly median income of Starkville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi 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 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 Starkville: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Starkville?
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Oktibbeha County in Starkville, about 1.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Starkville (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (662) 323-4320. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Starkville?
Medicare lists 3 certified agencies whose service area includes Starkville ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), North Mississippi Medical Ctr Hha (3.5 of 5), Mississippi Homecare Of Eupora (2.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Starkville?
At the Mississippi median aide wage of $11.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $994 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,786 monthly median income of Starkville households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Mississippi 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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