Suffolk County · Ridge
Post-Surgery & Hospital Discharge Transportation in Ridge, NY
DachiPlus provides post-surgery & hospital discharge transportation from Ridge throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties. We regularly transport patients from Ridge to Stony Brook University Hospital. 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 Ridge, DachiPlus provides dependable post-surgery transport. From Ridge, that usually means trips to Mather, NYU Langone Suffolk and LICH, roughly 24 minutes away. Covered by Medicaid through MAS, or pay privately at (516) 754-7777.
In Ridge, post-surgery transport most often serves patients picked up from emergency department discharges and family members coordinating transport for a loved one. Every trip includes room for crutches, walkers, and other equipment.
- Pickup area
- Ridge, NY 11961
- Nearest hospital
- Mather · ~24 min
- Frequent destinations
- 3
- County
- Suffolk County
- Availability
- Mon–Sat, 6 AM–8 PM
Medical destinations from Ridge
Hospitals and facilities we serve from Ridge
Travel times from Ridge
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 Ridge
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
Ridge — local question
Does DachiPlus serve Ridge in rural central Brookhaven for medical transportation?
Yes — Ridge is a rural central Suffolk hamlet along Route 25 where limited public transit makes professional medical transport essential. DachiPlus serves Ridge for transportation to Stony Brook University Hospital and Long Island Community Hospital. 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.
Other transportation services in Ridge
FAQ
Post-Surgery Transport from Ridge — common questions
Where does DachiPlus take Ridge patients for post-surgery transport?
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From Ridge, DachiPlus most often transports to Mather, NYU Langone Suffolk and LICH; the nearest hospital is about 24 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 Ridge with Medicaid?
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Medicaid members in Ridge 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 Ridge cost?
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For Medicaid members, post-surgery transport from Ridge is no cost through MAS. For private pay, the cost depends on the destination and vehicle type — call (516) 754-7777 for a quote.