Nassau County · West Hempstead
Long-Distance Medical Transportation in West Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation from West Hempstead throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from West Hempstead to Mount Sinai South Nassau and Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (Franklin). 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 West Hempstead, NY residents. From West Hempstead, that usually means trips to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and Franklin Hospital, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In West Hempstead, long-distance transport most often serves patients returning to Long Island from out-of-state treatment and patients traveling to specialty centers (MSKCC, NYU, Hospital for Special Surgery). Every trip includes rest stops as needed.
- Pickup area
- West Hempstead, NY 11552
- Nearest specialty hospital
- Mercy · ~5 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from West Hempstead
Hospitals and facilities we serve from West Hempstead
Oceanside, NY
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Mount Sinai South Nassau is a 455-bed Mount Sinai Health System hospital serving the South Shore of Nassau County.
Transportation info →Valley Stream, NY
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (Franklin)
LIJ Valley Stream, formerly Franklin Hospital, is a 252-bed Northwell Health community hospital.
Transportation info →Travel times from West Hempstead
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 West Hempstead
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
West Hempstead — local question
Does DachiPlus serve West Hempstead for transportation to both Franklin Hospital and Mount Sinai South Nassau?
Yes — West Hempstead's central location gives residents access to Franklin Hospital (Valley Stream), Mount Sinai South Nassau (Oceanside), and NUMC (East Meadow) all within 15 minutes. DachiPlus provides Medicaid and private pay transportation throughout West Hempstead. 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.
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FAQ
Long-Distance Transport from West Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take West Hempstead patients for long-distance transport?
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From West Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and Franklin Hospital; the nearest specialty hospital 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 long-distance transport from West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead cost?
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Medicaid transport from West Hempstead is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.