Nassau County · Hempstead
Veterans Medical Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides veterans medical 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.
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 Hempstead, NY residents. From Hempstead, that usually means trips to East Meadow VA Clinic, Valley Stream VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic, roughly 11 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Hempstead, veterans transport most often serves older veterans who no longer drive and veterans with service-connected mobility limitations for a community of about 59,169 residents. Every trip includes door-through-door assistance to the VA facility entrance.
- Pickup area
- Hempstead, NY 11550
- Nearest VA clinic
- East Meadow VA Clinic · ~11 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.
- ✓ 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
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
Veterans Transport from Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Hempstead patients for veterans transport?
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From Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to East Meadow VA Clinic, Valley Stream VA Clinic and Bay Shore VA Clinic; the nearest VA clinic is about 11 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 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 veterans 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 ~11 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.