Nassau County · Hempstead
Hospital Discharge Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides hospital discharge 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.
Hospital discharge windows are narrow and unpredictable. DachiPlus provides same-day discharge transportation in close coordination with hospital case management teams. We monitor discharge timing, communicate with floor staff, and handle the logistics so families don't have to scramble.
DachiPlus coordinates discharge transport for Hempstead, NY residents. From Hempstead, that usually means trips to Nassau Extended, Mayfair and Hempstead Park, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Hempstead, discharge transport most often serves patients moving from hospital to rehab and discharging inpatients heading home for a community of about 59,169 residents. Every trip includes room for equipment, prescriptions, and discharge paperwork.
- Pickup area
- Hempstead, NY 11550
- Nearest rehab or nursing facility
- Nassau Extended · ~5 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
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.
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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.
- ✓ Provide the hospital name, floor or unit, and your discharge coordinator's name at booking
- ✓ Same-day bookings are accepted — call (516) 754-7777 as soon as discharge is confirmed
- ✓ Have someone at the hospital notify us when the discharge order is signed
- ✓ Gather all personal belongings, prescriptions, and discharge paperwork before pickup
- ✓ Let us know about any new mobility equipment from the hospital stay
- ✓ Confirm your home address including any access notes such as elevator or gate code
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
Discharge Transport from Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Hempstead patients for discharge transport?
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From Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to Nassau Extended, Mayfair and Hempstead Park; the nearest rehab or nursing facility 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 discharge 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. Have your Medicaid ID and the destination address ready.
How much does discharge 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.