Suffolk County · Saint James
Chemotherapy & Oncology Transportation in Saint James, NY
DachiPlus provides chemotherapy & oncology transportation from Saint James throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Saint James to Stony Brook University Hospital and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
Cancer treatment involves long, repeated, exhausting trips. DachiPlus drivers are trained to handle the realities of chemo and radiation: post-treatment nausea, fatigue, immunosuppression, and the emotional weight of the trip. We provide recurring scheduling, same-driver continuity when possible, and seamless coordination with major oncology centers including Memorial Sloan Kettering, Stony Brook Cancer Center, and NYU Langone.
For patients in Saint James, DachiPlus provides dependable chemo transport. From Saint James, that usually means trips to NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Smithtown), Stony Brook Cancer Center and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (East Setauket), roughly 6 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.
In Saint James, chemo transport most often serves patients traveling to MSKCC, NYU, or specialty centers and families arranging recurring transport for a loved one. Every trip includes coordination with oncology centers.
- Pickup area
- Saint James, NY 11780
- Nearest cancer center
- NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Smithtown) · ~6 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Suffolk County
- Recurring routes
- Standing orders available
Medical destinations from Saint James
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Saint James
Travel times from Saint James
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 Saint James
A checklist for patients & caregivers
A little preparation makes every trip smoother.
- ✓ Set up a standing order at booking for your full treatment schedule
- ✓ Provide your infusion center name, appointment time, and expected treatment duration
- ✓ Let us know if you are immunocompromised — we use enhanced cleaning protocols
- ✓ Bring anti-nausea medication in case it is needed during the return trip
- ✓ Keep an emergency contact number accessible during travel
- ✓ Notify us as soon as possible if your treatment schedule changes
Saint James — local question
Can DachiPlus transport Saint James patients to St. Catherine of Siena Hospital?
Yes — Saint James is a North Shore hamlet along Route 25A, approximately 8 minutes from St. Catherine of Siena in Smithtown and 15 minutes from Stony Brook University Hospital. DachiPlus serves Saint James for all medical transportation. 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
Chemo Transport from Saint James — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Saint James patients for chemo transport?
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From Saint James, DachiPlus most often transports to NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Smithtown), Stony Brook Cancer Center and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (East Setauket); the nearest cancer center is about 6 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.
How do I book chemo transport from Saint James with Medicaid?
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Medicaid members in Saint James call MAS at 1-844-666-6270, ask for DachiPlus, and give your appointment details. For recurring chemo transport, MAS can set up a standing order so you don't have to call before every trip.
How much does chemo transport from Saint James cost?
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For Medicaid members, chemo transport from Saint James is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.