Suffolk County · Islip
Veterans Medical Transportation in Islip, NY
DachiPlus provides veterans 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.
DachiPlus provides veterans medical transportation throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties — to the Northport VA Medical Center and the community-based outpatient clinics in Bay Shore, East Meadow, Patchogue, Riverhead, and Valley Stream. We understand veterans often face long drive times to VA care, and we provide reliable, comfortable, door-through-door transport for routine visits, specialty care, and recurring treatment. We coordinate Medicaid through MAS and accept private pay, Medicare Advantage, and long-term care insurance; veterans should confirm VA travel-reimbursement eligibility directly with the VA.
DachiPlus coordinates veterans transport for Islip, NY residents. From Islip, that usually means trips to Bay Shore VA Clinic, Patchogue VA Clinic and Northport VA Medical Center, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Islip, veterans transport most often serves veterans without reliable transportation to VA appointments and veterans traveling to the Northport VA Medical Center. Every trip includes door-through-door assistance to the VA facility entrance.
- Pickup area
- Islip, NY 11751
- Nearest VA clinic
- Bay Shore VA Clinic · ~5 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.
- ✓ Confirm the VA facility name and clinic (Northport or which CBOC)
- ✓ Ask the VA about Beneficiary Travel reimbursement eligibility before your trip
- ✓ Have your Medicaid ID or insurance card ready if paying that way
- ✓ Provide the exact appointment time and required arrival time
- ✓ Let us know if you use a wheelchair, walker, or oxygen
- ✓ Request a companion seat at booking if someone is riding with you
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.
Other transportation services in Islip
FAQ
Veterans Transport from Islip — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Islip patients for veterans transport?
+
From Islip, DachiPlus most often transports to Bay Shore VA Clinic, Patchogue VA Clinic and Northport VA Medical Center; the nearest VA clinic 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 veterans transport from Islip with Medicaid?
+
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 veterans transport from Islip cost?
+
Medicaid transport from Islip is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.