Nassau County · Merrick
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Transportation in Merrick, NY
DachiPlus provides traumatic brain injury (tbi) 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.
Traumatic brain injury patients face a unique set of transportation challenges: cognitive impairments affecting communication, sensitivity to light and noise, unpredictable fatigue, medication side effects, and the need for a consistent, calm driver who understands TBI presentations. DachiPlus provides specialized transportation for TBI patients attending outpatient TBI rehabilitation programs, cognitive and neurological therapy, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and ongoing neurology follow-up. Most TBI transportation is covered by no-fault auto insurance or workers' compensation — we handle the direct billing so patients can focus entirely on recovery.
DachiPlus coordinates tbi transport for Merrick, NY residents. From Merrick, that usually means trips to Head Injury Rehabilitation – UCP (Roosevelt), Mount Sinai South Nassau and South Nassau, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Merrick, tbi transport most often serves tBI patients enrolled in outpatient neurorehabilitation programs and patients attending cognitive, speech, and occupational therapy after brain injury for a community of about 22,097 residents. Every trip includes coordination with TBI rehab program coordinators.
- Pickup area
- Merrick, NY 11566
- Nearest rehabilitation center
- Head Injury Rehabilitation – UCP (Roosevelt) · ~5 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Merrick
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Merrick
Travel times from Merrick
How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?
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.
- ✓ Provide TBI rehab facility name, address, and therapy schedule at booking
- ✓ Share any behavioral or communication notes the driver should be aware of
- ✓ Request same-driver assignment at booking — consistency is therapeutic for many TBI patients
- ✓ For no-fault: provide claim number and carrier at booking — we handle direct billing
- ✓ For workers' comp: provide claim number and adjustor contact information
- ✓ Confirm whether a caregiver or family member will be accompanying the patient
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.
Request DachiPlus through MAS
Medicaid riders in New York book transportation through Medical Answering Services (MAS). Call MAS and ask for DachiPlus by name.
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.
Other transportation services in Merrick
FAQ
TBI Transport from Merrick — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Merrick patients for tbi transport?
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From Merrick, DachiPlus most often transports to Head Injury Rehabilitation – UCP (Roosevelt), Mount Sinai South Nassau and South Nassau; the nearest rehabilitation center is about 5 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.
How do I book tbi 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. Have your Medicaid ID and the destination address ready.
How much does tbi 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 ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.