Nassau County · Uniondale
Post-Surgery & Hospital Discharge Transportation in Uniondale, NY
DachiPlus provides post-surgery & hospital discharge transportation from Uniondale throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from Uniondale to Nassau University Medical Center. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
After most surgeries and outpatient procedures, you cannot drive yourself home — and a taxi or rideshare isn't designed for someone still groggy from anesthesia. DachiPlus provides post-procedure transportation that handles the realities of post-op recovery: patient, unhurried drivers, room for crutches, walkers, and medical equipment, caregiver companion seating, and direct coordination with hospital discharge teams.
For patients in Uniondale, DachiPlus provides dependable post-surgery transport. From Uniondale, that usually means trips to NUMC, Mercy and NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City, roughly 10 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.
In Uniondale, post-surgery transport most often serves patients picked up from emergency department discharges and family members coordinating transport for a loved one for a community of about 32,152 residents. Every trip includes room for crutches, walkers, and other equipment.
- Pickup area
- Uniondale, NY 11553
- Nearest hospital
- NUMC · ~10 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Nassau County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Uniondale
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Uniondale
Travel times from Uniondale
How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?
Estimated under normal traffic. DachiPlus schedules pickups to account for variable travel times.
Distances from Uniondale
Closest hospitals to Uniondale
| Facility | Location | Approx. distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nassau University Medical Center | East Meadow | ~2.3 mi from Uniondale |
| Mercy Medical Center | Rockville Centre | ~2.5 mi from Uniondale |
| NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island (Winthrop) | Mineola | ~3.4 mi from Uniondale |
| Mount Sinai South Nassau | Oceanside | ~4.4 mi from Uniondale |
Straight-line distances. Actual drive time depends on route and traffic; DachiPlus schedules your pickup around the appointment time.
Before your ride from Uniondale
A checklist for patients & caregivers
A little preparation makes every trip smoother.
- ✓ Book as early as possible — ideally before your procedure date
- ✓ Provide the hospital name, floor or unit, and your discharge coordinator's name
- ✓ Let us know what equipment you will have: crutches, walker, drainage bag, oxygen
- ✓ A companion is strongly recommended for post-anesthesia patients — request a companion seat
- ✓ Bring your discharge paperwork and any new prescriptions
- ✓ Wear loose, comfortable clothing that accommodates bandages or casts
Uniondale — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Uniondale for recurring dialysis transportation to Nassau University Medical Center?
Yes — Nassau University Medical Center is approximately 10 minutes from Uniondale, and DachiPlus provides standing-order dialysis transportation, outpatient rides, and hospital discharge service from Uniondale. Medicaid members call MAS at 1-844-666-6270. Private pay: (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.
Other transportation services in Uniondale
FAQ
Post-Surgery Transport from Uniondale — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Uniondale patients for post-surgery transport?
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From Uniondale, DachiPlus most often transports to NUMC, Mercy and NYU Langone Ambulatory Care – Garden City; the nearest hospital is about 10 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.
How do I book post-surgery transport from Uniondale with Medicaid?
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Medicaid members in Uniondale call MAS at 1-844-666-6270, ask for DachiPlus, and give your appointment details. Have your Medicaid ID and the destination address ready.
How much does post-surgery transport from Uniondale cost?
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For Medicaid members, post-surgery transport from Uniondale is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.