NEMT Services in Texas: A Complete Guide
Texas is vast — the second-largest state by both area and population. Its healthcare landscape is equally massive, anchored by the Texas Medical Center in Houston (the largest medical complex in the world), UT Southwestern in Dallas, Baylor Scott & White across Central Texas, and MD Anderson Cancer Center, which draws oncology patients from around the globe.
For Texas patients, the distance between home and medical care can be significant. A dialysis patient in Amarillo, a cancer patient in Lubbock traveling to MD Anderson, a senior in the Rio Grande Valley needing specialist care in San Antonio — these are everyday Texas realities where NEMT makes the difference between receiving care and missing it.
Major Texas Cities We Serve
Houston
The Houston metro area is home to the Texas Medical Center, which includes MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, Baylor College of Medicine, and Texas Children's Hospital. Crown Care transports patients to TMC from across the state and nation — including airport pickups at IAH and Hobby, hotel-to-hospital rides, and long-distance transfers.
Dallas-Fort Worth
The DFW Metroplex is served by UT Southwestern Medical Center (nationally ranked in multiple specialties), Baylor University Medical Center, Parkland Hospital, and Texas Health Resources. The metro's sprawl makes reliable medical transportation especially important for elderly patients and those with recurring appointments.
San Antonio
San Antonio's medical landscape includes University Health System, Methodist Healthcare, and the South Texas Veterans Health Care System. The city serves as a regional medical hub for South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley.
Austin
Austin's growing population has expanded its medical infrastructure, with Dell Seton Medical Center (affiliated with UT Dell Medical School), Ascension Seton, and St. David's HealthCare serving the metro area.
El Paso
El Paso's distance from other Texas metros (over 500 miles to Houston) makes long-distance medical transport particularly important for patients needing specialty care not available locally. Crown Care handles El Paso to Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio routes regularly.
Long-Distance Transport in Texas
Texas distances demand serious long-distance medical transport capability. Common routes include:
- El Paso to Houston (740 miles) — for MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Amarillo to Dallas (360 miles) — for UT Southwestern
- Lubbock to Houston (540 miles) — for Texas Medical Center
- Rio Grande Valley to San Antonio (240 miles) — for University Health
- Midland-Odessa to Dallas (330 miles) — for specialty care
Crown Care's long-distance transport includes planned rest stops, driver rotation for extended trips, and medical-grade comfort throughout.
Services Available in Texas
- Ambulatory transport — sedans and SUVs with driver assistance
- Wheelchair transport — ADA-compliant vans statewide
- Stretcher transport — for patients who must travel lying down
- Long-distance transport — critical in a state this large
- Airport medical transport — IAH, HOU, DFW, AUS, SAT, ELP
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Major Texas Hospitals
- MD Anderson Cancer Center — Houston
- Houston Methodist Hospital
- UT Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas
- Baylor Scott & White — Temple/Dallas
- Memorial Hermann — Houston
- Dell Seton Medical Center — Austin
- University Health System — San Antonio
- Texas Children's Hospital — Houston
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve rural Texas?
Yes. We serve all of Texas, including rural communities. Whether your pickup is in a major metro or a small town, Crown Care coordinates the ride with the appropriate vehicle and driver.
How do I arrange transport to MD Anderson?
Call +1 518 666 6222 with your appointment details. We handle airport pickups, hotel transport, and recurring treatment rides for MD Anderson patients traveling from across Texas and nationwide.
Can you transport between Texas cities?
Absolutely. Intercity medical transport within Texas is one of our most common requests. We handle routes between all major Texas metros and rural communities.