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Radiation Therapy Transportation in Merrick, NY

DachiPlus provides radiation therapy transportation from Merrick throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Merrick to South Nassau Communities Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

Radiation therapy requires daily Monday–Friday appointments for weeks at a time — 20 to 40 sessions depending on the treatment protocol. Each visit is relatively short (15–30 minutes), but the cumulative fatigue builds over the course of treatment. Missing sessions disrupts the treatment plan and can reduce effectiveness. DachiPlus provides standing-order daily transportation to all major radiation oncology centers on Long Island, with awareness of cumulative fatigue, punctuality requirements, and the emotional weight of a daily cancer treatment routine. Medicaid covers radiation transportation; Medicare Advantage typically includes it as well.

DachiPlus coordinates radiation transport for Merrick, NY residents. From Merrick, that usually means trips to Mount Sinai South Nassau Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Rockville Centre), roughly 12 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.

In Merrick, radiation transport most often serves patients requiring both radiation and chemotherapy on alternating schedules and patients in daily external beam radiation therapy (EBRT) courses for a community of about 22,097 residents. Every trip includes awareness of cumulative fatigue and treatment-related side effects.

Pickup area
Merrick, NY 11566
Nearest radiation oncology center
Mount Sinai South Nassau Cancer Center · ~12 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Nassau County
Recurring routes
Standing orders available

Travel times from Merrick

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

Mount Sinai South Nassau ~15 min
Mercy Medical Center ~18 min
Nassau University Medical Center ~22 min
Franklin Hospital ~25 min

Estimated under normal traffic. DachiPlus schedules pickups to account for variable travel times.

Before your ride from Merrick

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Set up your full treatment schedule at booking — provide start date, expected number of sessions, and facility
  • For Medicaid: contact MAS at 1-844-666-6270 at least 72 hours before your first appointment and request a standing order
  • Share your radiation department's phone number so we can coordinate on rare schedule changes
  • As fatigue builds over the course, let us know if you need more boarding time or a different pickup window
  • Companion seating is available at no charge — coordinate with us if your caregiver rides with you
  • If treatment is temporarily paused (common for skin reactions), notify us so we can pause your standing order

Merrick — local question

Does DachiPlus serve Merrick on the South Shore for dialysis transportation?

Yes — DachiPlus provides standing-order dialysis transportation from Merrick to DaVita Merrick and Fresenius Kidney Care Bellmore, and outpatient trips to Mount Sinai South Nassau and Mercy Medical Center. Merrick is served by the LIRR Babylon branch at Merrick station. Call (516) 754-7777 or MAS at 1-844-666-6270.

Medicaid (via MAS)

Request DachiPlus through MAS

Medicaid riders in New York book transportation through Medical Answering Services (MAS). Call MAS and ask for DachiPlus by name.

Private Pay & Insurance

Book a ride directly

Pay with credit card, HSA/FSA, Medicare Advantage benefits, workers' comp, no-fault auto, or long-term care insurance. Get a same-day quote.

FAQ

Radiation Transport from Merrick — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Merrick patients for radiation transport?

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From Merrick, DachiPlus most often transports to Mount Sinai South Nassau Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Rockville Centre); the nearest radiation oncology center is about 12 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.

How do I book radiation transport from Merrick with Medicaid?

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Call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 at least 72 hours ahead and request DachiPlus as your provider. For recurring radiation transport, MAS can set up a standing order so you don't have to call before every trip.

How much does radiation transport from Merrick cost?

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Medicaid transport from Merrick is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~12 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.