Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation throughout Philadelphia and the greater Pennsylvania region, home to Penn Medicine, UPMC, Jefferson, and CHOP — a dense specialty care corridor. 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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Sedan & SUV
Ambulatory transport for doctor visits, clinics, labs and outpatient appointments in Philadelphia.
Wheelchair Van
ADA-compliant vans with lifts, ramps and trained drivers for wheelchair users in Philadelphia.
Stretcher
Non-emergency stretcher transport for hospital discharges, facility transfers and bed-bound patients in Philadelphia.
Long Distance
Interstate and state-to-state medical transport from Philadelphia to specialty centers anywhere in the US.
Hospitals and Areas We Serve in Philadelphia
Where our Philadelphia passengers go most often, and the communities around Philadelphia we pick up from every week.
Medical destinations in and around Philadelphia
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Temple University Hospital
- Fox Chase Cancer Center
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Plus dialysis centers, infusion clinics, rehab facilities, imaging centers and private practices across the metro.
Communities around Philadelphia
Not listed? We cover all of Pennsylvania. Call for any pickup address.
Long-Distance Medical Transport from Philadelphia
Statewide destinations include Penn Medicine and Jefferson Health (Philadelphia), UPMC Presbyterian and Hillman Cancer Center (Pittsburgh), Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center and Geisinger. Out-of-state trips from Philadelphia most often go to New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio, and we drive anywhere in the country.
Common long-distance routes
- Allentown, Reading and Harrisburg to Philadelphia
- Erie and Western Pennsylvania to Pittsburgh or Cleveland
- Central Pennsylvania to Hershey or Geisinger
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 Pennsylvania →
Why Patients in Philadelphia Choose Private Pay NEMT
If you or a loved one lives in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
On Time, Every Time
Drivers arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. If traffic or weather causes a delay, Philadelphia dispatch contacts you first, so you never wonder where your ride is.
Background-Checked Drivers
Every driver serving Philadelphia 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.
Philadelphia Medical Transportation Guide
Philadelphia is one of America's premier medical cities. The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and Penn Medicine's sprawling campus in University City. Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Center City. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), consistently ranked the #1 children's hospital in the country. Fox Chase Cancer Center in Northeast Philadelphia. Temple University Hospital in North Philadelphia. The concentration of world-class medical care is extraordinary.
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay medical transportation across Philadelphia and the surrounding counties, navigating the city's dense urban landscape to bring patients safely to every hospital and medical facility.
Major Philadelphia Hospitals
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP), University City
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, University City
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Center City
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), University City
- Fox Chase Cancer Center, Northeast Philadelphia
- Temple University Hospital, North Philadelphia
- Penn Medicine Chester County Hospital, West Chester
- Abington Hospital, Jefferson Health, Abington
Philadelphia Neighborhoods We Serve
- University City, HUP, CHOP, Penn Presbyterian campus
- Center City, Jefferson, Wills Eye, Pennsylvania Hospital
- Northeast Philadelphia, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Aria/Jefferson Torresdale
- North Philadelphia, Temple University Hospital
- South Philadelphia, residential communities needing medical transport
- Germantown and Chestnut Hill, Einstein Medical Center
- Main Line, Bryn Mawr, Lankenau, Paoli hospitals
- Delaware County, Crozer Health, Springfield
Philadelphia-Specific Considerations
Urban Navigation
Philadelphia's narrow streets, one-way systems, and construction zones challenge even experienced drivers. Crown Care drivers know the city's layout, University City's complex campus roads, Center City's grid, and the hospital loading zones throughout the medical corridor.
Suburban Access
Many patients live in Philadelphia's suburbs, Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, and Bucks counties, and travel into the city for specialty care. Crown Care handles these suburban-to-city routes daily.
Philadelphia Airport Transport
PHL medical airport transport is available for patients flying into Philadelphia for treatment at Penn, Jefferson, CHOP, and other institutions. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles meet patients at the terminal.
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Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Philadelphia
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Philadelphia?
Yes. We provide door-to-door private pay medical transportation throughout Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area, including suburbs and neighboring communities. Sedan, SUV, wheelchair van and stretcher transport are all available.
How do I book a medical ride in Philadelphia?
Use our online booking form; it takes about 3 minutes. Enter your Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?
Every ride in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
Yes. We coordinate standing weekly or monthly transport for dialysis, chemotherapy, physical therapy and other recurring appointments in Philadelphia. Set it up once and we keep the same vehicle type and, when possible, the same driver.
Can you take me to Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania?
Yes. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is one of the most common destinations for our Philadelphia passengers. We drop you at the patient entrance, and the driver can wait or return for the trip home.
Which areas around Philadelphia do you cover?
All of Philadelphia plus Cherry Hill, NJ, Camden, NJ, King of Prussia, Bala Cynwyd, Bensalem, Media. If your pickup is farther out, call us; we cover the whole state of Pennsylvania.
Do you provide wheelchair transport through University City?
Yes. Our wheelchair vans navigate University City's campus roads and bring patients directly to HUP, CHOP, and Penn Presbyterian entrances. Drivers are familiar with the campus layout.
Can you transport from the Main Line to Center City hospitals?
Yes. Main Line to Center City is one of our most common Philadelphia routes. We handle rides from Bryn Mawr, Wayne, Ardmore, and other Main Line communities to Jefferson, HUP, and all Center City facilities.
Do you serve South Jersey patients coming to Philadelphia?
Yes. We provide cross-state transport from southern New Jersey to Philadelphia hospitals. Cherry Hill, Camden, Moorestown, and other South Jersey communities to Penn, CHOP, and Jefferson.