Suffolk County · Saint James
Post-Surgery & Hospital Discharge Transportation in Saint James, NY
DachiPlus provides post-surgery & hospital discharge 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.
After most surgeries and outpatient procedures, you cannot drive yourself home — and a taxi or rideshare isn't designed for someone still groggy from anesthesia. DachiPlus provides post-procedure transportation that handles the realities of post-op recovery: patient, unhurried drivers, room for crutches, walkers, and medical equipment, caregiver companion seating, and direct coordination with hospital discharge teams.
DachiPlus coordinates post-surgery transport for Saint James, NY residents. From Saint James, that usually means trips to St. Catherine, Stony Brook and St. Charles, roughly 8 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Saint James, post-surgery transport most often serves recently discharged inpatients heading home and patients picked up from emergency department discharges. Every trip includes direct coordination with hospital discharge planning.
- Pickup area
- Saint James, NY 11780
- Nearest hospital
- St. Catherine · ~8 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Suffolk County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
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.
- ✓ Book as early as possible — ideally before your procedure date
- ✓ Provide the hospital name, floor or unit, and your discharge coordinator's name
- ✓ Let us know what equipment you will have: crutches, walker, drainage bag, oxygen
- ✓ A companion is strongly recommended for post-anesthesia patients — request a companion seat
- ✓ Bring your discharge paperwork and any new prescriptions
- ✓ Wear loose, comfortable clothing that accommodates bandages or casts
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
Post-Surgery Transport from Saint James — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Saint James patients for post-surgery transport?
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From Saint James, DachiPlus most often transports to St. Catherine, Stony Brook and St. Charles; the nearest 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 post-surgery transport from Saint James 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 post-surgery transport from Saint James cost?
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Medicaid transport from Saint James is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~8 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.