Suffolk County · Amityville
Ambulette Service in Amityville, NY
DachiPlus provides ambulette service from Amityville throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Amityville to Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital and South Shore University Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.
An ambulette is a wheelchair-accessible van where the passenger stays seated in their wheelchair throughout the trip, secured by a four-point tie-down system. This is the required vehicle type when a patient cannot safely transfer out of their wheelchair. DachiPlus operates sedans and SUVs for wheelchair users who can transfer to a seat. For patients who need to remain in their wheelchair during transport, we coordinate through licensed ambulette providers and through Medicaid's MAS ambulette authorization process. Call DachiPlus at (516) 754-7777 and we will confirm the right vehicle type and coordinate the booking.
Medical destinations from Amityville
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Amityville
West Islip, NY
Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital
Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 437-bed teaching hospital serving the South Shore of Suffolk County.
Transportation info →Bay Shore, NY
South Shore University Hospital
Part of Northwell Health, South Shore University Hospital (formerly Southside Hospital) serves Suffolk's South Shore communities with 366 beds.
Transportation info →Travel times from Amityville
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 Amityville
A checklist for patients & caregivers
A little preparation makes every trip smoother.
- ✓ Confirm you cannot safely transfer out of your wheelchair before booking
- ✓ Have your Medicaid ID ready — ambulette trips require prior authorization through MAS
- ✓ Provide the wheelchair type (manual, power, bariatric) and dimensions at booking
- ✓ Let us know about any secondary equipment such as oxygen tank or IV pole
- ✓ Confirm your appointment address and any accessibility notes at the entrance
- ✓ For Medicaid ambulette authorization, allow extra lead time — book at least 3 business days ahead
Amityville — local question
Does DachiPlus provide medical transportation from Amityville on the Great South Bay?
Yes — Amityville is a South Shore village approximately 10 minutes from Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip. DachiPlus serves Amityville for dialysis, discharge, and outpatient 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.
FAQ
Ambulette from Amityville — common questions
What is the difference between an ambulette and an ambulance?
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An ambulance is staffed by EMTs or paramedics and is used for medical emergencies or transports requiring active medical monitoring. An ambulette is a wheelchair-accessible van staffed by a trained driver-attendant who helps the passenger safely board, secure, and exit the vehicle. Ambulettes are used for scheduled medical appointments where the passenger is stable but needs accessibility or assistance.
What is the difference between NEMT and an ambulette?
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NEMT is the broader category that includes both ambulatory transportation (standard sedans or wagons) and wheelchair-accessible ambulettes. An ambulette is a specific type of NEMT vehicle equipped with a hydraulic lift or ramp and four-point securement for wheelchairs.