Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Houston, Texas
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation throughout Houston and the greater Texas region, where the Texas Medical Center in Houston is the largest medical complex in the world. Whether you need a ride to a doctor's appointment across town or a long-distance transfer to a specialty hospital, we handle the logistics so the patient can focus on getting better.
What We Offer in Houston, Texas
Sedan & SUV
Ambulatory transport for doctor visits, clinics, labs and outpatient appointments in Houston.
Wheelchair Van
ADA-compliant vans with lifts, ramps and trained drivers for wheelchair users in Houston.
Stretcher
Non-emergency stretcher transport for hospital discharges, facility transfers and bed-bound patients in Houston.
Long Distance
Interstate and state-to-state medical transport from Houston to specialty centers anywhere in the US.
Hospitals and Areas We Serve in Houston
Where our Houston passengers go most often, and the communities around Houston we pick up from every week.
Medical destinations in and around Houston
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Houston Methodist Hospital
- Memorial Hermann, Texas Medical Center
- Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Plus dialysis centers, infusion clinics, rehab facilities, imaging centers and private practices across the metro.
Communities around Houston
Not listed? We cover all of Texas. Call for any pickup address.
Long-Distance Medical Transport from Houston
Statewide destinations include MD Anderson Cancer Center and Houston Methodist (Houston), UT Southwestern and Baylor University Medical Center (Dallas), University Hospital (San Antonio) and Dell Seton (Austin). Out-of-state trips from Houston most often go to New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and we drive anywhere in the country.
Common long-distance routes
- Dallas, Austin and San Antonio to MD Anderson in Houston
- Rio Grande Valley to San Antonio
- West Texas to Dallas or Lubbock specialists
How a long trip works
You tell us the pickup, destination and appointment time. We plan the route with rest stops, match the vehicle to the patient, and send one all-inclusive quote. The driver stays for the appointment or returns for the trip home. Long-distance transport from Texas →
Why Patients in Houston Choose Private Pay NEMT
If you or a loved one lives in Houston and needs reliable medical transportation, you may already know the frustrations of insurance-funded NEMT: rides that arrive late, vehicles that are not equipped for the patient, drivers who do not know the area, and broker hold times that stretch past 30 minutes. Private pay removes all of that.
With Crown Care you submit your ride details, online in 3 minutes or by phone, and a coordinator assigned to the Houston area calls you back with a personalized quote. No Medicaid paperwork. No broker in the middle. No surprise fees. Just a confirmed driver, a clean vehicle matched to the patient's needs, and an on-time pickup at the door.
We handle everything from weekly dialysis runs to one-time hospital discharge rides to long-distance transfers from Houston to specialty medical centers in other states. Every ride includes door-to-door assistance and a coordinator who knows your schedule.
What Makes Crown Care Different in Houston
On Time, Every Time
Drivers arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. If traffic or weather causes a delay, Houston dispatch contacts you first, so you never wonder where your ride is.
Background-Checked Drivers
Every driver serving Houston is background-checked, insured, and trained in passenger assistance and HIPAA-aware communication.
Private and Confidential
Your medical information stays between you, your coordinator and your driver. No broker networks, no data sharing, no third-party access.
Houston Medical Transportation Guide
Houston is the medical capital of America, and that is not hyperbole. The Texas Medical Center, located in southwest Houston, is the largest medical complex in the world. It includes over 60 institutions and sees more than 10 million patient visits per year. MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston Methodist, Memorial Hermann, Baylor St. Luke's, and Texas Children's Hospital are just the headliners.
For patients traveling to TMC from across Texas, the nation, and the world, reliable medical transportation is essential. Crown Care NEMT provides private pay medical rides throughout Greater Houston and to the Texas Medical Center from anywhere in the country.
The Texas Medical Center
TMC spans 2.1 square miles and includes:
- MD Anderson Cancer Center, #1 ranked cancer center in the U.S.
- Houston Methodist Hospital, nationally ranked in multiple specialties
- Memorial Hermann-TMC, Level I trauma center
- Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
- Texas Children's Hospital, largest children's hospital in the U.S.
- Ben Taub Hospital, Harris Health System
Navigating TMC is a challenge, it is essentially a small city. Crown Care drivers are familiar with TMC's layout, entrances, parking structures, and building locations. We bring patients directly to the correct building entrance.
Houston Neighborhoods We Serve
Greater Houston spans over 10,000 square miles. Crown Care provides medical transportation across the entire metro:
- Inner Loop, TMC, Montrose, Midtown, Heights, River Oaks
- West Houston, Memorial, Katy, Energy Corridor
- North Houston, The Woodlands, Spring, Humble
- South Houston, Pearland, Sugar Land, Missouri City
- East Houston, Pasadena, Baytown, Clear Lake
- Galveston, UTMB Health and island communities
MD Anderson Cancer Center Transportation
MD Anderson patients face unique challenges. Treatment schedules are intense, daily radiation, weekly chemo, frequent imaging and lab work. Many patients travel from out of state and stay in nearby hotels or patient housing (the Rotary House, Jesse H. Jones Rotary House). Crown Care provides:
- Daily treatment rides from hotel to MD Anderson and back
- Airport pickup at IAH or Hobby for inbound patients
- Long-distance transport from anywhere in Texas or beyond
- Wheelchair and stretcher transport for patients with mobility limitations
Managing Houston Traffic
Houston's traffic is legendary. The 610 Loop, I-10, I-45, and US-59 can add significant time to any trip. Crown Care drivers plan routes carefully, use real-time traffic data, and depart with enough buffer to ensure on-time arrivals at TMC and other medical facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Houston
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Houston?
Yes. We provide door-to-door private pay medical transportation throughout Houston and the surrounding Texas area, including suburbs and neighboring communities. Sedan, SUV, wheelchair van and stretcher transport are all available.
How do I book a medical ride in Houston?
Use our online booking form; it takes about 3 minutes. Enter your Houston pickup address, destination, date and time, and vehicle needs. A coordinator calls you with a personalized quote, usually within 2 hours. Or call +1 518 666 6222.
What vehicles are available in Houston?
Sedans for ambulatory patients, SUVs for extra space, wheelchair-accessible vans with lifts or ramps, and stretcher vehicles for bed-bound passengers. You choose the vehicle when you book.
How much does a medical ride cost in Houston, Texas?
Every ride in Houston is quoted individually based on distance, vehicle type and any special needs. We do not publish fixed rates. Submit a request and we call you with an exact, all-inclusive price before anything is confirmed.
Can I set up recurring rides in Houston?
Yes. We coordinate standing weekly or monthly transport for dialysis, chemotherapy, physical therapy and other recurring appointments in Houston. Set it up once and we keep the same vehicle type and, when possible, the same driver.
Can you take me to MD Anderson Cancer Center?
Yes. MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the most common destinations for our Houston passengers. We drop you at the patient entrance, and the driver can wait or return for the trip home.
Which areas around Houston do you cover?
All of Houston plus Sugar Land, Katy, The Woodlands, Pearland, Pasadena, Cypress. If your pickup is farther out, call us; we cover the whole state of Texas.
Can you navigate inside the Texas Medical Center?
Yes. Our drivers are familiar with TMC's layout and bring patients to the specific building entrance. For first-time visitors, we coordinate with TMC patient services to ensure correct drop-off locations.
Do you provide transport for MD Anderson patients from out of state?
Yes. We handle airport pickups, hotel-to-hospital rides, and recurring treatment transportation for MD Anderson patients from across the country. Call to set up your treatment schedule.
What areas of Houston do you cover?
All of Greater Houston — from The Woodlands to Galveston, Katy to Baytown, and everywhere in between. No neighborhood is outside our service area.