Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Waupun, WI
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Post-Surgery Care in Waupun, WI: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Waupun Memorial Hospital in Waupun, about 0.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (Mmc-Bd) (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Waupun. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Waupun compared with Dodge County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Waupun | Dodge County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 30% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 31% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.9% | 4.1% | 6.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 8.1% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $46,694 | $52,843 | — |
Older residents in towns around Waupun
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam, WI | 12 mi | 3,018 | 36% |
| Mayville, WI | 13 mi | 1,090 | 25% |
| Horicon, WI | 14 mi | 673 | 40% |
| Lomira, WI | 15 mi | 446 | 45% |
| Ripon, WI | 15 mi | 1,814 | 36% |
| Juneau, WI | 16 mi | 464 | 26% |
Hospitals near Waupun
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waupun Memorial Hospital | Waupun, WI | 0.1 mi | 5 of 5 | (920) 324-6512 |
| Marshfield Medical Center - Beaver Dam (Mmc-Bd) | Beaver Dam, WI | 13 mi | 2 of 5 | (920) 887-7181 |
| Ripon Medical Center | Ripon, WI | 16 mi | not rated | (920) 748-3101 |
| Ssm Health St Agnes Hospital-Fond Du Lac | Fond Du Lac, WI | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | (920) 929-2300 |
Home health agencies serving Waupun
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preceptor Home Health | Germantown, WI | 42 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (262) 293-3951 |
| Aurora At Home | Green Bay, WI | 72 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 288-5100 |
| Hillside Home Care | Beaver Dam, WI | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 887-4050 |
| Ssm Health At Home Home Health - Fond Du Lac | Fond Du Lac, WI | 11 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 923-7950 |
| Commonheart Home Health | Waukesha, WI | 49 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 261-7108 |
| Almost Family | Green Bay, WI | 69 mi | 1.5 of 5 | nursing, home health aides | (920) 498-0606 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Waupun. 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 Waupun
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,891 monthly median income of Waupun households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a 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 Waupun: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Waupun?
Waupun Memorial Hospital in Waupun, about 0.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Waupun (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (920) 324-6512. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Waupun?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Waupun ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Preceptor Home Health (4.5 of 5), Aurora At Home (4.5 of 5), Hillside Home Care (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Waupun?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,891 monthly median income of Waupun households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin's minimum wage is $7.25 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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