Nassau County · North Merrick
Hospital Discharge Transportation in North Merrick, NY
DachiPlus provides hospital discharge transportation from North Merrick throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from North Merrick to Nassau University Medical Center. 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 North Merrick, NY residents. From North Merrick, that usually means trips to A. Holly Patterson, Belair and Townhouse Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, roughly 5 minutes away. We accept Medicaid (via MAS), Medicare Advantage, and private pay — call (516) 754-7777.
In North Merrick, discharge transport most often serves patients moving from hospital to rehab and discharging inpatients heading home. Every trip includes direct coordination with hospital case managers.
- Pickup area
- North Merrick, NY 11566
- Nearest rehab or nursing facility
- A. Holly Patterson · ~5 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from North Merrick
Hospitals and facilities we serve from North Merrick
Travel times from North Merrick
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 North Merrick
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
North Merrick — local question
Does DachiPlus serve North Merrick for transportation to Nassau University Medical Center?
Yes — North Merrick is a small central Nassau hamlet north of Merrick, approximately 12 minutes from Nassau University Medical Center via Merrick Avenue north to Hempstead Turnpike. DachiPlus serves North Merrick for all medical transportation. Call (516) 754-7777 or MAS at 1-844-666-6270.
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 North Merrick — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take North Merrick patients for discharge transport?
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From North Merrick, DachiPlus most often transports to A. Holly Patterson, Belair and Townhouse Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; 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 North Merrick 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 North Merrick cost?
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Medicaid transport from North Merrick is free via MAS. Private pay varies by distance (the nearest destination is ~5 min); call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.