Nassau County · Hempstead
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides traumatic brain injury (tbi) 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.
Traumatic brain injury patients face a unique set of transportation challenges: cognitive impairments affecting communication, sensitivity to light and noise, unpredictable fatigue, medication side effects, and the need for a consistent, calm driver who understands TBI presentations. DachiPlus provides specialized transportation for TBI patients attending outpatient TBI rehabilitation programs, cognitive and neurological therapy, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, and ongoing neurology follow-up. Most TBI transportation is covered by no-fault auto insurance or workers' compensation — we handle the direct billing so patients can focus entirely on recovery.
DachiPlus coordinates tbi transport for Hempstead, NY residents. From Hempstead, that usually means trips to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and NYU Langone Hospital–LI Diagnostic Center (Mineola), roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Hempstead, tbi transport most often serves patients recovering from acquired brain injuries (stroke, anoxia, tumor) and family members arranging consistent transport for a loved one in ongoing TBI recovery for a community of about 59,169 residents. Every trip includes reduced noise and minimal distraction in vehicle when requested.
- Pickup area
- Hempstead, NY 11550
- Nearest rehabilitation center
- Mercy · ~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.
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.
- ✓ Provide TBI rehab facility name, address, and therapy schedule at booking
- ✓ Share any behavioral or communication notes the driver should be aware of
- ✓ Request same-driver assignment at booking — consistency is therapeutic for many TBI patients
- ✓ For no-fault: provide claim number and carrier at booking — we handle direct billing
- ✓ For workers' comp: provide claim number and adjustor contact information
- ✓ Confirm whether a caregiver or family member will be accompanying the patient
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
TBI Transport from Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Hempstead patients for tbi transport?
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From Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and NYU Langone Hospital–LI Diagnostic Center (Mineola); the nearest rehabilitation 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 tbi 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 tbi 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.