Nassau County · Uniondale
Long-Distance Medical Transportation in Uniondale, NY
DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation from Uniondale throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Uniondale to Nassau University Medical Center. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
Some treatments require travel beyond Suffolk and Nassau — specialty cancer centers, transplant evaluations, family-coordinated transfers to care facilities upstate or out of state. DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation with comfort-oriented vehicles, rest stops as needed, and coordination with destination facilities. Trips quoted individually based on distance, vehicle type, and time.
DachiPlus coordinates long-distance transport for Uniondale, NY residents. From Uniondale, that usually means trips to NUMC, Mercy and NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City, roughly 10 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Uniondale, long-distance transport most often serves family transfers to upstate or out-of-state care facilities and veterans accessing VA care centers for a community of about 32,152 residents. Every trip includes rest stops as needed.
- Pickup area
- Uniondale, NY 11553
- Nearest specialty hospital
- NUMC · ~10 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Uniondale
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Uniondale
Travel times from Uniondale
How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?
Estimated under normal traffic. DachiPlus schedules pickups to account for variable travel times.
Distances from Uniondale
Closest hospitals to Uniondale
| Facility | Location | Approx. distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nassau University Medical Center | East Meadow | ~2.3 mi from Uniondale |
| Mercy Medical Center | Rockville Centre | ~2.5 mi from Uniondale |
| NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island (Winthrop) | Mineola | ~3.4 mi from Uniondale |
| Mount Sinai South Nassau | Oceanside | ~4.4 mi from Uniondale |
Straight-line distances. Actual drive time depends on route and traffic; DachiPlus schedules your pickup around the appointment time.
Before your ride from Uniondale
A checklist for patients & caregivers
A little preparation makes every trip smoother.
- ✓ Have the destination address, department name, and check-in time ready at booking
- ✓ Plan for rest stops if the trip is over 90 minutes — let us know your preferences
- ✓ Bring all medications and medical equipment needed for the journey
- ✓ Notify the destination facility of your travel arrangement and expected arrival
- ✓ If you need a same-day return trip, book both legs together
- ✓ Confirm the quoted price and payment method before your trip date
Uniondale — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Uniondale for recurring dialysis transportation to Nassau University Medical Center?
Yes — Nassau University Medical Center is approximately 10 minutes from Uniondale, and DachiPlus provides standing-order dialysis transportation, outpatient rides, and hospital discharge service from Uniondale. Medicaid members call MAS at 1-844-666-6270. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
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.
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FAQ
Long-Distance Transport from Uniondale — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Uniondale patients for long-distance transport?
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From Uniondale, DachiPlus most often transports to NUMC, Mercy and NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City; the nearest specialty hospital is about 10 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.
How do I book long-distance transport from Uniondale 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 long-distance transport from Uniondale cost?
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Medicaid transport from Uniondale is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~10 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.