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Nassau County · Port Washington

Mental Health & Behavioral Health Transportation in Port Washington, NY

DachiPlus provides mental health & behavioral health transportation from Port Washington throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Port Washington to North Shore University Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

Getting to mental health appointments consistently is one of the biggest barriers to treatment success. DachiPlus provides discreet, judgment-free transportation to outpatient therapy, psychiatry, methadone maintenance programs, substance use treatment centers, and partial hospitalization programs (PHP/IOP) across Long Island. Medicaid covers most behavioral health transportation — members can book through MAS at no cost. Same-day and recurring scheduling available.

DachiPlus coordinates mental health transport for Port Washington, NY residents. From Port Washington, that usually means trips to WellLife Network, Charles Evans Center and Charles Evans Center, roughly 8 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.

In Port Washington, mental health transport most often serves those in substance use recovery attending group or individual treatment and patients transitioning from inpatient psychiatric care to outpatient treatment for a community of about 16,235 residents. Every trip includes companion seating at no extra cost.

Pickup area
Port Washington, NY 11050
Nearest behavioral health center
WellLife Network · ~8 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Nassau County
Availability
Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM

Travel times from Port Washington

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

North Shore University Hospital ~12 min
St. Francis Hospital ~18 min
Long Island Jewish Medical Center ~20 min
NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island ~22 min

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

Before your ride from Port Washington

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Have your Medicaid CIN ready — behavioral health transport is covered under NY Medicaid
  • Provide the clinic or therapist address, suite number, and appointment time
  • For daily methadone transport, ask MAS to set up a standing order — one call covers recurring trips
  • Let us know if the appointment is time-sensitive (some programs have strict arrival windows)
  • For PHP/IOP programs, confirm the program hours and expected pickup time for the return trip
  • Call us if your schedule changes — recurring behavioral health appointments can be updated in advance

Port Washington — local question

Can DachiPlus transport Port Washington residents to North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset?

Yes — North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset is approximately 12 minutes from Port Washington via Port Washington Boulevard south. DachiPlus serves Port Washington for dialysis, oncology, and discharge transportation. 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

Mental Health Transport from Port Washington — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Port Washington patients for mental health transport?

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From Port Washington, DachiPlus most often transports to WellLife Network, Charles Evans Center and Charles Evans Center; the nearest behavioral health center is about 8 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.

How do I book mental health transport from Port Washington 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 mental health transport from Port Washington cost?

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Medicaid transport from Port Washington is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~8 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.