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Suffolk County · Bay Shore

Mental Health & Behavioral Health Transportation in Bay Shore, NY

DachiPlus provides mental health & behavioral health transportation from Bay Shore throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Bay Shore to Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital and South 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 Bay Shore, NY residents. From Bay Shore, that usually means trips to Catholic Charities of Rockville Centre d/b/a, Family Service League (Bay Shore) and Phoenix Houses of Long Island, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.

In Bay Shore, mental health transport most often serves patients attending weekly therapy or psychiatry appointments and individuals in methadone maintenance programs requiring daily transport. Every trip includes companion seating at no extra cost.

Pickup area
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearest behavioral health center
Catholic Charities of Rockville Centre d/b/a · ~5 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Suffolk County
Availability
Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM

Travel times from Bay Shore

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

South Shore University Hospital ~5 min
Good Samaritan University Hospital ~12 min
Stony Brook University Hospital ~30 min
Long Island Community Hospital ~22 min

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

Before your ride from Bay Shore

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

Bay Shore — local question

Is South Shore University Hospital accessible by DachiPlus from Bay Shore?

Yes — South Shore University Hospital is located in Bay Shore itself, making it one of the most convenient medical transportation destinations in Suffolk County. DachiPlus serves Bay Shore for dialysis, discharge, and outpatient rides. Call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 for Medicaid, or (516) 754-7777 for private pay.

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 Bay Shore — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Bay Shore patients for mental health transport?

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From Bay Shore, DachiPlus most often transports to Catholic Charities of Rockville Centre d/b/a, Family Service League (Bay Shore) and Phoenix Houses of Long Island; the nearest behavioral health 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 mental health transport from Bay Shore 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 Bay Shore cost?

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Medicaid transport from Bay Shore is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.