Service
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation on Long Island
Looking for non-emergency medical transportation near you on Long Island? DachiPlus provides NEMT transportation services across Nassau and Suffolk Counties — scheduled, professional medical transportation for patients who need to reach appointments without ambulance-level care. Medicaid members: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: call (516) 754-7777.
DachiPlus provides non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) services throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties on Long Island — reliable scheduled medical transportation for ambulatory passengers, wheelchair users who can transfer to a seat, and patients recovering from procedures. Whether you need recurring medical transportation services for dialysis or chemotherapy, or a one-time post-surgery ride, DachiPlus handles the logistics. We coordinate Medicaid transportation through Medical Answering Services (MAS) and accept private pay, Medicare Advantage, workers' compensation, and long-term care insurance.
Who uses this service
Who uses nemt on Long Island?
- Seniors traveling to routine appointments
- Patients receiving regular treatment (dialysis, chemotherapy, physical therapy)
- Individuals recovering from outpatient procedures
- People with mobility limitations who cannot safely use public transit
- Wheelchair users who can transfer to a vehicle seat
- Patients without reliable family transportation
What's included
What is included with every nemt trip?
Door-through-door assistance from your home to the medical facility entrance
Trained, screened drivers experienced with medical passengers
GPS-tracked vehicles with real-time arrival updates
Wheelchair-friendly vehicles for passengers who can transfer to a seat
Companion seating at no additional cost
Coordinated return pickup
Before your ride
How should patients and caregivers prepare?
A little preparation makes every trip smoother. Here's what to have ready when you book or on the day of your ride.
- ✓ Have your Medicaid ID or insurance card ready at booking
- ✓ Confirm the exact address and entrance number for your appointment
- ✓ Tell us your required arrival time — not just the appointment time
- ✓ Let us know if you use a cane, walker, or folding wheelchair
- ✓ Request a companion seat at booking if someone is riding with you (no extra charge)
- ✓ Bring any medications or medical equipment you may need during the trip
Service area
Where is nemt available?
DachiPlus serves all towns across Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island — from Valley Stream and Hempstead to Smithtown and Riverhead. Occasional runs to NYC specialty centers (MSKCC, NYU, HSS) are available on request.
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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.
Hospitals & facilities
Medical facilities DachiPlus serves for nemt
Stony Brook, NY
Stony Brook
Stony Brook University Hospital is the largest academic medical center in Suffolk County and the only tertiary care center serving the East End.
Transportation info →Manhasset, NY
North Shore
North Shore University Hospital is the 738-bed flagship of Northwell Health, providing tertiary and quaternary care.
Transportation info →East Meadow, NY
NUMC
NUMC is a 530-bed public safety-net hospital serving Nassau County, with a Level I trauma center.
Transportation info →Oceanside, NY
Mount Sinai South Nassau
Mount Sinai South Nassau is a 455-bed Mount Sinai Health System hospital serving the South Shore of Nassau County.
Transportation info →Mineola, NY
NYU Langone LI
NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island, formerly Winthrop, is a 591-bed academic medical center and the flagship of NYU Langone's Long Island operations.
Transportation info →Multiple locations, NY
DaVita
DaVita operates dialysis centers throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties.
Transportation info →Related services
More ways we transport patients on Long Island
Wheelchair Transport
Medical transportation for wheelchair users who can transfer to a vehicle seat — wheelchair travels safely in the trunk.
Dialysis Transport
Reliable, recurring transportation to and from dialysis treatment centers.
Senior Transport
Patient, compassionate medical transportation designed for older adults.
Post-Surgery Transport
Get home safely after surgery, day procedures, or hospital discharge.
FAQ
NEMT — common questions
How do I find non-emergency medical transportation near me on Long Island?
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If you are in Nassau County or Suffolk County, DachiPlus provides non-emergency medical transportation services throughout Long Island. For Medicaid-covered medical transportation, call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus by name. For private pay or insurance-based medical transportation near you, call (516) 754-7777 directly. We serve all towns across both counties, Monday through Saturday, 6 AM–8 PM.
What is non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT)?
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Non-emergency medical transportation, or NEMT, is scheduled ground transportation for patients who need help getting to medical appointments but do not require ambulance-level care. NEMT vehicles include sedans for ambulatory passengers and wheelchair-accessible vans (ambulettes) for passengers with mobility devices. Drivers are trained in passenger assistance but are not paramedics.
How far in advance do I need to schedule a Medicaid ride in New York?
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New York State requires Medicaid transportation requests be made at least three business days (72 hours) before your appointment. Urgent or same-day medical needs may qualify for expedited scheduling — call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 to confirm.
How much does Medicaid medical transportation cost?
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Medicaid medical transportation is free to eligible Medicaid members. There is no copay, fare, or out-of-pocket cost for trips approved through MAS. The provider bills Medicaid directly.
How much does private-pay medical transportation cost on Long Island?
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Private-pay rates depend on trip type, distance, and vehicle. Ambulatory trips within Suffolk or Nassau typically start around $50–$75. Wheelchair-accessible trips start around $90–$120. Long-distance trips are quoted by route. Wait time and return trips may carry additional charges. Call (516) 754-7777 for an exact quote.
Can a family member or aide ride with me?
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Yes. We allow one companion or aide to ride at no additional cost on most trips. For multiple companions or specific seating needs, please mention this when booking.
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