Nassau County · Hempstead
Wound Care Transportation in Hempstead, NY
DachiPlus provides wound care 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.
Wound care patients — typically those with diabetic foot wounds, post-surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, or vascular insufficiency wounds — require frequent outpatient clinic visits, often 1–3 times per week for weeks or months. The wound care process is ongoing and attendance is critical; missed visits delay healing and raise infection risk. DachiPlus provides standing-order recurring transportation to all major wound care centers across Long Island, with special attention to mobility limitations, dressing protection, and patient comfort during transfer.
DachiPlus coordinates wound care transport for Hempstead, NY residents. From Hempstead, that usually means trips to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and NYU Long Island Wound Care Center (Mineola), roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In Hempstead, wound care transport most often serves vascular patients with arterial or venous leg wounds and patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) as part of wound care for a community of about 59,169 residents. Every trip includes companion seating for caregiver.
- Pickup area
- Hempstead, NY 11550
- Nearest wound care center
- Mercy · ~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.
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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 wound care clinic name, address, and appointment frequency at booking
- ✓ For Medicaid: set up a standing order through MAS at 1-844-666-6270
- ✓ Protect wound dressings before transport — let us know if a wound site affects how you board
- ✓ Wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows easy access to wound areas if dressings are changed at the clinic
- ✓ Bring your wound care log or dressing materials if the clinic instructs you to do so
- ✓ Notify us if your treatment schedule changes — standing orders can be adjusted
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
Wound Care Transport from Hempstead — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Hempstead patients for wound care transport?
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From Hempstead, DachiPlus most often transports to Mercy, NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City and NYU Long Island Wound Care Center (Mineola); the nearest wound care 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 wound care 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 wound care transport, MAS can set up a standing order so you don't have to call before every trip.
How much does wound care 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.