Skip to content
DachiPlus DachiPlus

Suffolk County · Port Jefferson

Hospital Discharge Transportation in Port Jefferson, NY

DachiPlus provides hospital discharge transportation from Port Jefferson throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Port Jefferson to Mather Hospital and St. Charles Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

Hospital discharge windows are narrow and unpredictable. DachiPlus provides same-day discharge transportation in close coordination with hospital case management teams. We monitor discharge timing, communicate with floor staff, and handle the logistics so families don't have to scramble.

For patients in Port Jefferson, DachiPlus provides dependable discharge transport. From Port Jefferson, that usually means trips to St. Charles, Water's Edge at Port Jefferson and Mather, roughly 5 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.

In Port Jefferson, discharge transport most often serves discharging inpatients heading home and emergency department discharges. Every trip includes room for equipment, prescriptions, and discharge paperwork.

Pickup area
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Nearest rehab or nursing facility
St. Charles · ~5 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Suffolk County
Availability
Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM

Travel times from Port Jefferson

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

Mather Hospital ~5 min
St. Charles Hospital ~5 min
Stony Brook University Hospital ~18 min
Huntington Hospital ~28 min

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

Before your ride from Port Jefferson

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Provide the hospital name, floor or unit, and your discharge coordinator's name at booking
  • Same-day bookings are accepted — call (516) 754-7777 as soon as discharge is confirmed
  • Have someone at the hospital notify us when the discharge order is signed
  • Gather all personal belongings, prescriptions, and discharge paperwork before pickup
  • Let us know about any new mobility equipment from the hospital stay
  • Confirm your home address including any access notes such as elevator or gate code

Port Jefferson — local question

Does DachiPlus serve Port Jefferson — which has two hospitals nearby — for medical transportation?

Yes — Port Jefferson is one of the best-served communities for acute care in northern Suffolk, with both Mather Hospital and St. Charles Hospital located within the Port Jefferson area. DachiPlus serves Port Jefferson for dialysis, discharge, and outpatient transportation. Call (516) 754-7777 or MAS at 1-844-666-6270.

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

Discharge Transport from Port Jefferson — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Port Jefferson patients for discharge transport?

+

From Port Jefferson, DachiPlus most often transports to St. Charles, Water's Edge at Port Jefferson and Mather; the nearest rehab or nursing facility 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 discharge transport from Port Jefferson with Medicaid?

+

Medicaid members in Port Jefferson 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 discharge transport from Port Jefferson cost?

+

For Medicaid members, discharge transport from Port Jefferson is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.