Suffolk County · Ridge
Veterans Medical Transportation in Ridge, NY
DachiPlus provides veterans medical transportation from Ridge throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Ridge to Stony Brook 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 Ridge, NY residents. From Ridge, that usually means trips to Patchogue VA Clinic, Riverhead VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic, roughly 28 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Ridge, veterans transport most often serves older veterans who no longer drive and veterans with service-connected mobility limitations. Every trip includes door-through-door assistance to the VA facility entrance.
- Pickup area
- Ridge, NY 11961
- Nearest VA clinic
- Patchogue VA Clinic · ~28 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Suffolk County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Ridge
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Ridge
Travel times from Ridge
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 Ridge
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
Ridge — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Ridge in rural central Brookhaven for medical transportation?
Yes — Ridge is a rural central Suffolk hamlet along Route 25 where limited public transit makes professional medical transport essential. DachiPlus serves Ridge for transportation to Stony Brook University Hospital and Long Island Community Hospital. 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 Ridge
FAQ
Veterans Transport from Ridge — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Ridge patients for veterans transport?
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From Ridge, DachiPlus most often transports to Patchogue VA Clinic, Riverhead VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic; the nearest VA clinic is about 28 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 Ridge 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 veterans transport from Ridge cost?
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Medicaid transport from Ridge is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~28 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.