Nassau County · Hempstead
Chemotherapy & Oncology Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides chemotherapy & oncology transportation from Hempstead throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Hempstead to Nassau University Medical Center and Mount Sinai South Nassau. 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.
DachiPlus coordinates chemo transport for Hempstead, NY residents. From Hempstead, that usually means trips to Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau, Perlmutter Cancer Center (NYU Langone–Long Island) and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Rockville Centre), roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Hempstead, chemo transport most often serves families arranging recurring transport for a loved one and patients receiving chemotherapy infusions for a community of about 59,169 residents. Every trip includes recurring standing-order scheduling.
- Pickup area
- Hempstead, NY 11550
- Nearest cancer center
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau · ~5 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Recurring routes
- Standing orders available
Medical destinations from Hempstead
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Hempstead
East Meadow, NY
Nassau University Medical Center
NUMC is a 530-bed public safety-net hospital serving Nassau County, with a Level I trauma center.
Transportation info →Oceanside, NY
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Mount Sinai South Nassau is a 455-bed Mount Sinai Health System hospital serving the South Shore of Nassau County.
Transportation info →Travel times from Hempstead
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 Hempstead
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
Hempstead — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Hempstead for Medicaid transportation?
Yes — DachiPlus serves all of Hempstead for both Medicaid and private pay medical transportation. Hempstead has the highest Medicaid transportation volume in Nassau County. Medicaid members call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay patients call (516) 754-7777.
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 Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Hempstead patients for chemo transport?
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From Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to Memorial Sloan Kettering Nassau, Perlmutter Cancer Center (NYU Langone–Long Island) and NY Cancer & Blood Specialists (Rockville Centre); the nearest cancer center is about 5 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 Hempstead with Medicaid?
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Call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 at least 72 hours ahead and request DachiPlus as your provider. 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 Hempstead cost?
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Medicaid transport from Hempstead is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.