Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Tampa, Florida
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation throughout Tampa and the greater Florida region, with one of the highest senior populations in the country and major medical destinations including Mayo Clinic Jacksonville and Cleveland Clinic Florida. 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 Tampa, Florida
Sedan & SUV
Ambulatory transport for doctor visits, clinics, labs and outpatient appointments in Tampa.
Wheelchair Van
ADA-compliant vans with lifts, ramps and trained drivers for wheelchair users in Tampa.
Stretcher
Non-emergency stretcher transport for hospital discharges, facility transfers and bed-bound patients in Tampa.
Long Distance
Interstate and state-to-state medical transport from Tampa to specialty centers anywhere in the US.
Hospitals and Areas We Serve in Tampa
Where our Tampa passengers go most often, and the communities around Tampa we pick up from every week.
Medical destinations in and around Tampa
- Moffitt Cancer Center
- Tampa General Hospital
- AdventHealth Tampa
- St. Joseph's Hospital
Plus dialysis centers, infusion clinics, rehab facilities, imaging centers and private practices across the metro.
Communities around Tampa
Not listed? We cover all of Florida. Call for any pickup address.
Long-Distance Medical Transport from Tampa
Statewide destinations include Mayo Clinic (Jacksonville), Moffitt Cancer Center (Tampa), Cleveland Clinic Florida (Weston) and UF Health Shands (Gainesville). Out-of-state trips from Tampa most often go to Georgia, Alabama, and we drive anywhere in the country.
Common long-distance routes
- Miami and Fort Lauderdale to Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville
- Orlando and Central Florida to Moffitt in Tampa
- Florida to New York, New Jersey and New England for seasonal residents
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 Florida →
Why Patients in Tampa Choose Private Pay NEMT
If you or a loved one lives in Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa
On Time, Every Time
Drivers arrive 10 to 15 minutes early. If traffic or weather causes a delay, Tampa dispatch contacts you first, so you never wonder where your ride is.
Background-Checked Drivers
Every driver serving Tampa 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.
Tampa Medical Transportation Guide
Tampa Bay is one of Florida's most important medical regions, anchored by two powerhouse institutions: Moffitt Cancer Center, one of only 56 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country, and Tampa General Hospital, the region's only Level I trauma center and a nationally ranked teaching hospital. Together with BayCare Health, AdventHealth, and the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, the Tampa Bay area serves patients from across the Southeast.
Major Tampa Bay Hospitals
- Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa (NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center)
- Tampa General Hospital, Davis Islands
- AdventHealth Tampa
- BayCare St. Joseph's Hospital, Tampa
- James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital, Tampa
- Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, St. Petersburg
- BayCare Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital, nearby Sarasota
Tampa Bay Areas We Serve
- Tampa, Downtown, Westshore, Channelside, New Tampa, Temple Terrace
- St. Petersburg, downtown, Tyrone, Northeast, Pinellas Park
- Clearwater, Clearwater Beach, Safety Harbor, Dunedin
- Brandon and Riverview, eastern Hillsborough County
- Lakeland, Polk County, between Tampa and Orlando
- Sarasota and Bradenton, south of Tampa Bay
- Spring Hill and Brooksville, Hernando County
- Wesley Chapel and Land O' Lakes, Pasco County
Moffitt Cancer Center Transportation
Moffitt is a national destination for cancer care, patients travel from across the country for treatment. Crown Care provides:
- Airport pickup at TPA for inbound cancer patients
- Hotel-to-Moffitt daily treatment rides
- Recurring chemotherapy and radiation transportation
- Long-distance transport from other Florida cities and out of state
- Wheelchair and stretcher transport for patients with mobility limitations
Bridges and Traffic
Tampa Bay's geography means bridges, the Howard Frankland, Gandy Bridge, and Courtney Campbell Causeway connect Tampa and St. Petersburg across the bay. These bridges create bottlenecks during rush hour. Crown Care drivers plan routes around bridge congestion and ensure on-time arrivals regardless of traffic conditions.
Retirement Community Transport
The Tampa Bay area attracts a large retirement population. Communities in Sun City Center, The Villages (north of the metro), and beach communities along the Gulf Coast generate consistent demand for recurring medical transportation. Crown Care sets up standing schedules for dialysis, cardiology, oncology, and routine care appointments.
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Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Tampa
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Tampa?
Yes. We provide door-to-door private pay medical transportation throughout Tampa and the surrounding Florida area, including suburbs and neighboring communities. Sedan, SUV, wheelchair van and stretcher transport are all available.
How do I book a medical ride in Tampa?
Use our online booking form; it takes about 3 minutes. Enter your Tampa 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 Tampa?
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 Tampa, Florida?
Every ride in Tampa 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 Tampa?
Yes. We coordinate standing weekly or monthly transport for dialysis, chemotherapy, physical therapy and other recurring appointments in Tampa. Set it up once and we keep the same vehicle type and, when possible, the same driver.
Can you take me to Moffitt Cancer Center?
Yes. Moffitt Cancer Center is one of the most common destinations for our Tampa passengers. We drop you at the patient entrance, and the driver can wait or return for the trip home.
Which areas around Tampa do you cover?
All of Tampa plus St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Brandon, Wesley Chapel, Lakeland, Sarasota. If your pickup is farther out, call us; we cover the whole state of Florida.
Do you transport to Moffitt Cancer Center from out of state?
Yes. We handle airport pickups at TPA, hotel-to-Moffitt rides, and long-distance transport from across Florida and beyond for Moffitt patients. Call to set up your treatment transportation schedule.
Do you serve St. Petersburg and Clearwater?
Yes. We serve all of Pinellas County, including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, and the beach communities. Bridge traffic is factored into our route planning.
Can you provide recurring rides for a patient in Sun City Center?
Yes. Sun City Center and other retirement communities south of Tampa are within our service area. We set up recurring schedules with consistent drivers who know the community.