Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Tacoma, Washington
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation throughout Tacoma and the greater Washington region, where UW Medicine and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center are Pacific Northwest anchors. 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 Tacoma, Washington
Sedan & SUV
Ambulatory transport for doctor visits, clinics, labs and outpatient appointments in Tacoma.
Wheelchair Van
ADA-compliant vans with lifts, ramps and trained drivers for wheelchair users in Tacoma.
Stretcher
Non-emergency stretcher transport for hospital discharges, facility transfers and bed-bound patients in Tacoma.
Long Distance
Interstate and state-to-state medical transport from Tacoma to specialty centers anywhere in the US.
Hospitals and Areas We Serve in Tacoma
Where our Tacoma passengers go most often, and the communities around Tacoma we pick up from every week.
Medical destinations in and around Tacoma
- MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
- St. Joseph Medical Center
- Madigan Army Medical Center
- Seattle hospitals (UW Medicine, Fred Hutch)
Plus dialysis centers, infusion clinics, rehab facilities, imaging centers and private practices across the metro.
Communities around Tacoma
Not listed? We cover all of Washington. Call for any pickup address.
Long-Distance Medical Transport from Tacoma
Statewide destinations include UW Medical Center and Fred Hutch Cancer Center (Seattle), Harborview Medical Center (Seattle), Providence Sacred Heart (Spokane) and MultiCare Tacoma General. Out-of-state trips from Tacoma most often go to Oregon, Idaho, and we drive anywhere in the country.
Common long-distance routes
- Tacoma, Bellevue and Everett to Seattle
- Spokane and Eastern Washington to Seattle
- Washington to OHSU in Portland
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 Washington →
Why Patients in Tacoma Choose Private Pay NEMT
If you or a loved one lives in Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma
On Time, Every Time
Drivers arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. If traffic or weather causes a delay, Tacoma dispatch contacts you first, so you never wonder where your ride is.
Background-Checked Drivers
Every driver serving Tacoma 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Tacoma
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Tacoma?
Yes. We provide door-to-door private pay medical transportation throughout Tacoma and the surrounding Washington area, including suburbs and neighboring communities. Sedan, SUV, wheelchair van and stretcher transport are all available.
How do I book a medical ride in Tacoma?
Use our online booking form; it takes about 3 minutes. Enter your Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma, Washington?
Every ride in Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
Yes. We coordinate standing weekly or monthly transport for dialysis, chemotherapy, physical therapy and other recurring appointments in Tacoma. Set it up once and we keep the same vehicle type and, when possible, the same driver.
Can you take me to MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital?
Yes. MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital is one of the most common destinations for our Tacoma passengers. We drop you at the patient entrance, and the driver can wait or return for the trip home.
Which areas around Tacoma do you cover?
All of Tacoma plus Lakewood, Puyallup, University Place, Federal Way, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Gig Harbor. If your pickup is farther out, call us; we cover the whole state of Washington.