Nassau County · West Hempstead
Post-Surgery & Hospital Discharge Transportation in West Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides post-surgery & hospital discharge 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.
After most surgeries and outpatient procedures, you cannot drive yourself home — and a taxi or rideshare isn't designed for someone still groggy from anesthesia. DachiPlus provides post-procedure transportation that handles the realities of post-op recovery: patient, unhurried drivers, room for crutches, walkers, and medical equipment, caregiver companion seating, and direct coordination with hospital discharge teams.
For patients in West Hempstead, DachiPlus provides dependable post-surgery transport. From West Hempstead, that usually means trips to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and Franklin Hospital, roughly 5 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.
In West Hempstead, post-surgery transport most often serves outpatient surgery patients (knee scopes, cataract surgery, colonoscopies) and recently discharged inpatients heading home. Every trip includes same-day booking available.
- Pickup area
- West Hempstead, NY 11552
- Nearest 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.
- ✓ Book as early as possible — ideally before your procedure date
- ✓ Provide the hospital name, floor or unit, and your discharge coordinator's name
- ✓ Let us know what equipment you will have: crutches, walker, drainage bag, oxygen
- ✓ A companion is strongly recommended for post-anesthesia patients — request a companion seat
- ✓ Bring your discharge paperwork and any new prescriptions
- ✓ Wear loose, comfortable clothing that accommodates bandages or casts
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.
Other transportation services in West Hempstead
FAQ
Post-Surgery Transport from West Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take West Hempstead patients for post-surgery 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 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 post-surgery transport from West Hempstead with Medicaid?
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Medicaid members in West Hempstead call MAS at 1-844-666-6270, ask for DachiPlus, and give your appointment details. Have your Medicaid ID and the destination address ready.
How much does post-surgery transport from West Hempstead cost?
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For Medicaid members, post-surgery transport from West Hempstead is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.