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DachiPlus — Medical Transportation on Long Island

Nassau County · North Merrick

Long-Distance Medical Transportation in North Merrick, NY

DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation from North Merrick throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. We regularly transport patients from North Merrick to Nassau University Medical Center. Medicaid: call MAS at 1-844-666-6270 and request DachiPlus. Private pay: (516) 754-7777.

Some treatments require travel beyond Suffolk and Nassau — specialty cancer centers, transplant evaluations, family-coordinated transfers to care facilities upstate or out of state. DachiPlus provides long-distance medical transportation with comfort-oriented vehicles, rest stops as needed, and coordination with destination facilities. Trips quoted individually based on distance, vehicle type, and time.

Travel times from North Merrick

How long does it take to reach nearby medical facilities?

Nassau University Medical Center ~12 min
Mount Sinai South Nassau ~15 min
NYU Langone Hospital — Long Island ~18 min
Mercy Medical Center ~18 min

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

Before your ride from North Merrick

A checklist for patients & caregivers

A little preparation makes every trip smoother.

  • Have the destination address, department name, and check-in time ready at booking
  • Plan for rest stops if the trip is over 90 minutes — let us know your preferences
  • Bring all medications and medical equipment needed for the journey
  • Notify the destination facility of your travel arrangement and expected arrival
  • If you need a same-day return trip, book both legs together
  • Confirm the quoted price and payment method before your trip date

North Merrick — local question

Does DachiPlus serve North Merrick for transportation to Nassau University Medical Center?

Yes — North Merrick is a small central Nassau hamlet north of Merrick, approximately 12 minutes from Nassau University Medical Center via Merrick Avenue north to Hempstead Turnpike. DachiPlus serves North Merrick for all medical 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

Long-Distance Transport from North Merrick — common questions

How much does long-distance medical transportation cost?

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Long-distance trips are quoted individually based on round-trip mileage, vehicle type (ambulatory or wheelchair-accessible), and time required. Trips to NYC specialty centers typically range $200–$400 round trip; longer trips quoted on request.

Can you do overnight or multi-day long-distance trips?

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Yes, for special situations. Overnight transports — for example, family transfers to upstate care facilities — are quoted individually and typically require a deposit. Call (516) 754-7777 to discuss specifics.