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Suffolk County · Port Jefferson

Veterans Medical Transportation in Port Jefferson, NY

DachiPlus provides veterans medical transportation from Port Jefferson throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Port Jefferson to Mather Hospital and St. Charles Hospital. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

DachiPlus provides veterans medical transportation throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties — to the Northport VA Medical Center and the community-based outpatient clinics in Bay Shore, East Meadow, Patchogue, Riverhead, and Valley Stream. We understand veterans often face long drive times to VA care, and we provide reliable, comfortable, door-through-door transport for routine visits, specialty care, and recurring treatment. We coordinate Medicaid through MAS and accept private pay, Medicare Advantage, and long-term care insurance; veterans should confirm VA travel-reimbursement eligibility directly with the VA.

For patients in Port Jefferson, DachiPlus provides dependable veterans transport. From Port Jefferson, that usually means trips to Patchogue VA Clinic, Northport VA Medical Center and Bay Shore VA Clinic, roughly 36 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.

In Port Jefferson, veterans transport most often serves veterans in recurring treatment (dialysis, physical therapy, behavioral health) and older veterans who no longer drive. Every trip includes wheelchair-accessible vehicles for veterans who need them.

Pickup area
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Nearest VA clinic
Patchogue VA Clinic · ~36 min
Frequent destinations
3
County
Suffolk County
Availability
Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM

Travel times from Port Jefferson

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

Mather Hospital ~5 min
St. Charles Hospital ~5 min
Stony Brook University Hospital ~18 min
Huntington Hospital ~28 min

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

Before your ride from Port Jefferson

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Confirm the VA facility name and clinic (Northport or which CBOC)
  • Ask the VA about Beneficiary Travel reimbursement eligibility before your trip
  • Have your Medicaid ID or insurance card ready if paying that way
  • Provide the exact appointment time and required arrival time
  • Let us know if you use a wheelchair, walker, or oxygen
  • Request a companion seat at booking if someone is riding with you

Port Jefferson — local question

Does DachiPlus serve Port Jefferson — which has two hospitals nearby — for medical transportation?

Yes — Port Jefferson is one of the best-served communities for acute care in northern Suffolk, with both Mather Hospital and St. Charles Hospital located within the Port Jefferson area. DachiPlus serves Port Jefferson for dialysis, discharge, and outpatient 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

Veterans Transport from Port Jefferson — common questions

Where does DachiPlus take Port Jefferson patients for veterans transport?

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From Port Jefferson, DachiPlus most often transports to Patchogue VA Clinic, Northport VA Medical Center and Bay Shore VA Clinic; the nearest VA clinic is about 36 minutes away. We also reach any other medical destination across Long Island or New York City you need.

How do I book veterans transport from Port Jefferson with Medicaid?

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Medicaid members in Port Jefferson 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 veterans transport from Port Jefferson cost?

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For Medicaid members, veterans transport from Port Jefferson is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.