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Suffolk County · Stony Brook

Veterans Medical Transportation in Stony Brook, NY

DachiPlus provides veterans medical transportation from Stony Brook throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook, NY residents. From Stony Brook, that usually means trips to Northport VA Medical Center, Patchogue VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic, roughly 25 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.

In Stony Brook, 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
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Nearest VA clinic
Northport VA Medical Center · ~25 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Suffolk County
Availability
Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM

Travel times from Stony Brook

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

Stony Brook University Hospital ~5 min
Mather Hospital ~15 min
St. Catherine of Siena Hospital ~18 min
Huntington Hospital ~28 min

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

Before your ride from Stony Brook

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

Stony Brook — local question

Does DachiPlus provide transportation from the Stony Brook University community to the hospital?

Yes — Stony Brook University Hospital is within the Stony Brook community itself, approximately 5 minutes from most Stony Brook addresses. DachiPlus runs more trips to Stony Brook University Hospital than any other single destination in Suffolk County. 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

Veterans Transport from Stony Brook — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Stony Brook patients for veterans transport?

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From Stony Brook, DachiPlus most often transports to Northport VA Medical Center, Patchogue VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic; the nearest VA clinic is about 25 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 Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook cost?

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Medicaid transport from Stony Brook is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~25 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.