NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICE
Did you know?
- 21.7% of the Washington population is aged 60 or over with 10.2% of seniors aged 65+ living alone.
- With no broad-based personal income tax, Washington is a tax friendly state for retirees, with a state sales tax levy set at 6.5% and an average property tax set at $1,125 per $100,000 in home value.
- 58.1% of certified nursing home beds were rated four or five-stars over a three-month period compared to a US national average of 47.3%.
Needless to say, Safari Medical Transportation is prepared and eager to help our growing senior population and those with mobility issues!
Does Safari Medical Transportation provide hospital and emergency room transportation?
Yes, absolutely! Safari Medical Transportation strictly provides non-emergency medical transportation. However, that does not mean we don't support the mission of area hospitals. To the contrary, in addition to providing discharge transportation, we frequently take patients and residents of various skilled care and nursing facilities to area hospitals for a wide variety of treatments, procedures, follow-up appointments, and more.
Hospitals and medical centers that we frequently support include MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, MultiCare Auburn Medical Center and more!
How will I be billed for transportation services?
If you are private pay client requiring non-emergency medical transportation, you will pay on the day of transport. If you have an established account or signed Safari Medical Transportation Service Agreement you will be invoiced as per the terms of the Agreement.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We currently accept cash, check, or credit card.
How much advance notice is required to schedule a transport?
To ensure proper accommodations, we request 24-48 hour advanced notice. However, we always do our best to accommodate short-notice requests. Please feel free to contact our office for availability.
Do you provide after-hour, weekend, and holiday transportation?
Yes, with advanced notice we work to provide evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Can a family member or attendant go along to my appointment?
Absolutely! For your comfort and concern, we welcome one family member or staff attendant to accompany you to appointments at no additional charge. Please inform our office of your companion when scheduling your appointment.
Can I bring personal items on my transport?
We will work to accommodate all reasonable requests. However, please understand that our primary mission is to safely and securely transport you to your appointment. Our drivers cannot be delayed in moving or carrying extra items. Further, for your safety, we cannot have unsecure items in the vehicle.
Can I travel in my own wheelchair?
Yes, of course. Your comfort is our desire. We welcome you to remain in your manual or electric wheelchair during transport.
Will the driver take me inside?
Yes, absolutely. Unlike other curb-to-curb or door-to-door services, to ensure your safety, we are a door-through-door service. This means we will take you from inside your residence to inside your appointment.
Will the driver stay with me during my appointment?
Because of our busy schedule, drivers will return once your appointment is complete. Out-of-area transports requiring our driver to wait will incur a “Waiting Fee.”
Should I call for a return before my appointment is finished?
No! Please contact us ONLY when your appointment is complete and we will expeditiously dispatch a driver for your return. If we arrive and you are not ready, causing our driver to leave, it can possibly lead to a longer wait time.
What should I do if I am unhappy with the service?
We welcome your feedback and suggestions for improvement. Please feel free to contact our office to share your thoughts and experience.