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DachiPlus — Medical Transportation on Long Island

Nassau County · Port Washington

Long-Distance Medical Transportation in Port Washington, NY

DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation from Port Washington throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Port Washington to North Shore University Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

Some treatments require travel beyond Suffolk and Nassau — specialty cancer centers, transplant evaluations, family-coordinated transfers to care facilities upstate or out of state. DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation with comfort-oriented vehicles, rest stops as needed, and coordination with destination facilities. Trips quoted individually based on distance, vehicle type, and time.

Travel times from Port Washington

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

North Shore University Hospital ~12 min
St. Francis Hospital ~18 min
Long Island Jewish Medical Center ~20 min
NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island ~22 min

Estimated under normal traffic. DachiPlus schedules pickups to account for variable travel times.

Before your ride from Port Washington

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Have the destination address, department name, and check-in time ready at booking
  • Plan for rest stops if the trip is over 90 minutes — let us know your preferences
  • Bring all medications and medical equipment needed for the journey
  • Notify the destination facility of your travel arrangement and expected arrival
  • If you need a same-day return trip, book both legs together
  • Confirm the quoted price and payment method before your trip date

Port Washington — local question

Can DachiPlus transport Port Washington residents to North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset?

Yes — North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset is approximately 12 minutes from Port Washington via Port Washington Boulevard south. DachiPlus serves Port Washington for dialysis, oncology, and discharge transportation. Call (516) 754-7777 or MAS at 1-844-666-6270.

Medicaid (via MAS)

Request DachiPlus through MAS

Medicaid riders in New York book transportation through Medical Answering Services (MAS). Call MAS and ask for DachiPlus by name.

Private Pay & Insurance

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.

FAQ

Long-Distance Transport from Port Washington — common questions

How much does long-distance medical transportation cost?

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Long-distance trips are quoted individually based on round-trip mileage, vehicle type (ambulatory or wheelchair-accessible), and time required. Trips to NYC specialty centers typically range $200–$400 round trip; longer trips quoted on request.

Can you do overnight or multi-day long-distance trips?

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Yes, for special situations. Overnight transports — for example, family transfers to upstate care facilities — are quoted individually and typically require a deposit. Call (516) 754-7777 to discuss specifics.