Hospital · Valley Stream, NY
Medical transportation to Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (Franklin)
DachiPlus provides scheduled medical transportation to Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (Franklin) from across Nassau and Suffolk County. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: call (516) 754-7777. Available Mon–Sat 6 AM–8 PM.
DachiPlus regularly transports patients across Long Island to and from Franklin Hospital. On-time pickups, mobility-friendly vehicles, and coordination directly with discharge planning when needed.
About this facility
Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (Franklin)
LIJ Valley Stream, formerly Franklin Hospital, is a 252-bed Northwell Health community hospital.
Known for
- Emergency care
- Bariatric surgery
- Orthopedics
Trips to Franklin Hospital
How DachiPlus serves Franklin Hospital
DachiPlus provides scheduled, non-emergency medical transportation to and from Franklin Hospital for hospital discharges, scheduled admissions, emergency-department follow-ups, and recurring specialist visits. We pick up across Valley Stream and throughout Nassau County, with door-through-door assistance and coordination with the facility when needed.
- ✓ Discharge home or transfer to a rehab / skilled nursing facility
- ✓ Scheduled admissions and pre-surgical visits
- ✓ Recurring specialist, imaging, and lab appointments
- ✓ Wheelchair-accessible, door-through-door transport
Getting there
Drop-off & entrance at Franklin Hospital
Patient drop-off at the main entrance at 900 Franklin Avenue, Valley Stream. Accessible drop-off is directly in front of the main entrance. Free parking is available in the adjacent lot. The hospital is within Valley Stream and is easily accessible from the Southern State Parkway and Sunrise Highway.
What to expect
Typical appointment flow
Registration is at the main lobby desk. Outpatient clinics are on floors 1–3. The bariatric surgery center has a separate check-in on the 2nd floor. Return pickup: call DachiPlus from the lobby — Valley Stream's access to Sunrise Highway and the Southern State Parkway makes return pickups quick.
Rides from nearby towns
How long does it take to get to Franklin Hospital?
Typical drive times from the center of each town (Google Maps, light traffic). Each link opens that town's page, with the weekday-morning time and the other nearby options.
How to book a ride to Franklin Hospital
Two booking paths — pick the one that fits your coverage
Medicaid (via MAS)
- Call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 at least 72 hours before your appointment.
- Provide your Medicaid ID, appointment date and time, and the address for Franklin Hospital.
- Request DachiPlus as your transportation provider.
- MAS confirms the trip and notifies us to dispatch.
Private pay & insurance
- Call (516) 754-7777 or submit an online quote.
- Tell us your pickup town and appointment time at Franklin Hospital.
- Confirm payment method: credit, Medicare Advantage, workers' comp, no-fault, LTCI.
- We confirm the booking and send a reminder before pickup.
FAQ
Common questions about transportation to Franklin Hospital
How do I book a Medicaid ride to Franklin Hospital?
Call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 at least 72 hours before your appointment, provide your Medicaid ID and the appointment details, and ask for DachiPlus by name. MAS first decides the right type of transportation for your trip, then considers your choice of provider among the companies enrolled for that type.
How far in advance should I book transportation to Franklin Hospital?
For Medicaid trips through MAS, book at least 72 hours ahead. For private pay, 24 to 48 hours is recommended. For urgent needs, call (516) 754-7777 and we'll do our best to accommodate.
Can you coordinate with the discharge team at Franklin Hospital?
Yes. DachiPlus works directly with discharge planners and case managers at Franklin Hospital. Tell your care team you'll use DachiPlus so they can coordinate the timing of your trip home or to a rehab facility.
Can you transport wheelchair patients to Franklin Hospital?
Yes. We transport wheelchair users who can transfer to a vehicle seat — your folding wheelchair rides in the trunk with door-through-door help. If you need to remain in your wheelchair for the trip, we coordinate a lift-equipped ambulette through a licensed WAV partner. Tell us your mobility needs when booking.
What does a ride to Franklin Hospital cost?
For active Medicaid members, covered trips through MAS cost nothing out of pocket. Private-pay fares depend on distance and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote. We also accept Medicare Advantage, workers' comp, no-fault, and LTCI.
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