Please make sure to contact South Dakota Department of Social Services: Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Program to confirm details of their transportation services.
Provides rides for only the following purposes: medical appointments. Also, you must meet at least one of these criteria: . And, you must be a member, or sign-up to become a member.
The Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Program offers a convenient transportation option for older adults who need to travel to medical appointments. Participants can utilize this program to arrange rides in taxis or cars, making it easier to attend healthcare appointments. The program focuses on reimbursing transportation costs for eligible medical visits, ensuring that older adults can access the care they need without worrying about travel expenses.
To use this program, individuals are encouraged to schedule their rides in advance, typically a few days before their appointments. This scheduling system, known as Rides In Advance, helps in coordinating transportation efficiently, ensuring that older adults can reach their medical destinations on time. Additionally, the program offers transportation via vans, providing various options for older adults based on their specific needs and preferences. Overall, the Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Program aims to support older adults in maintaining their health and well-being by offering reliable transportation services for medical purposes.
Service Area
All of South Dakota
Days of operation
Monday | Open |
Tuesday | Open |
Wednesday | Open |
Thursday | Open |
Friday | Open |
Saturday | Open |
Sunday | Open |
Contact South Dakota Department of Social Services: Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Program
700 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-6527
https://dss.sd.gov/medicaid/recipients/communitytransportation.aspx
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