Suffolk County · Islip
Long-Distance Medical Transportation in Islip, NY
DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation from Islip throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Islip to South Shore University Hospital. 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 Islip, NY residents. From Islip, that usually means trips to Southside, Good Samaritan and St. Catherine, roughly 8 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Islip, 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 comfortable sedans and SUVs; wheelchair users welcome if able to transfer to seat.
- Pickup area
- Islip, NY 11751
- Nearest specialty hospital
- Southside · ~8 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Suffolk County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Islip
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Islip
Travel times from Islip
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 Islip
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
Islip — local question
Does DachiPlus provide medical transportation from Islip near MacArthur Airport?
Yes — DachiPlus serves all of Islip Town, including the area around Long Island MacArthur Airport, for medical transportation to South Shore University Hospital and beyond. Islip residents are approximately 8 minutes from South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore. 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 Islip — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Islip patients for long-distance transport?
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From Islip, DachiPlus most often transports to Southside, Good Samaritan and St. Catherine; the nearest specialty hospital 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 long-distance transport from Islip 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 Islip cost?
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Medicaid transport from Islip is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~8 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.