Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Iowa
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation across all of Iowa: sedans, wheelchair vans and stretcher vehicles, professional drivers, 24/7 dispatch, and a confirmed ride usually within 2 hours of your request.
Medical Transportation in Iowa: What You Need to Know
Iowa's University Hospitals in Iowa City is a regional specialty-care destination — our cross-state transport service connects patients from Sioux City, Des Moines, and beyond.
Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) exists for one reason: getting patients to and from medical care when they cannot drive themselves and an ambulance is not needed. In Iowa that might be a weekly dialysis session, a scheduled chemotherapy infusion, a hospital discharge home, a follow-up at a specialty center, or a long drive to a hospital in another state. Insurance-funded NEMT usually runs through a broker, which means advance-notice rules, shared vans and little control over which vehicle shows up.
Crown Care NEMT is 100% private pay. We do not bill insurance or Medicaid, and there is no broker between you and the dispatcher. That is what lets us match the vehicle to the patient, keep pickups on time, and confirm most Iowa rides within 2 hours of the request.
Medical Destinations We Serve in Iowa
Hospitals and specialty centers our Iowa passengers travel to most often. Any clinic, dialysis center, rehab facility or private practice in the state is covered.
Major medical centers
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics (Iowa City)
- MercyOne and UnityPoint Health (Des Moines)
- Mayo Clinic (Rochester, Minnesota)
Everyday appointments
Primary care and specialist visits, dialysis centers, infusion clinics, physical therapy, imaging and lab work, dental and eye appointments, and rides between nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals anywhere in Iowa.
Long-Distance and Out-of-State Medical Transport from Iowa
When the right specialist is hours away, we drive you there. Long-distance rides include a planned route, rest stops, a driver who stays for the appointment when you need one, and a single all-inclusive quote.
Common routes from Iowa
- Des Moines, Sioux City and the Quad Cities to Iowa City
- Northern Iowa to Mayo Clinic in Rochester
- Western Iowa to Nebraska Medicine in Omaha
State to state
Neighboring states we drive to most often from Iowa: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota. Interstate and cross-country trips are planned door to door, including hotel or airport stops. Long-distance transport from Iowa: routes, vehicles and how it works →
Why Choose Private Pay NEMT in Iowa?
Fast Booking in Iowa
No broker queue and no three-day advance requirement. Book online in three minutes and get a confirmed driver, usually within 2 hours, anywhere in Iowa.
The Right Vehicle
Sedans, SUVs, wheelchair-accessible vans and stretcher vehicles, maintained and operated by vetted Iowa drivers who help at both doors.
Privacy and Dignity
HIPAA-aware handling, no data sharing with brokers or third parties, and drivers trained to treat every Iowa passenger with respect.
Crown Care NEMT: Serving All of Iowa
Des Moines
Metro service in Des Moines including door-to-door transport to hospitals, specialty clinics, dialysis centers and outpatient facilities. Same-day booking is often available.
Cedar Rapids
Full coverage across Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area, with vehicles for short local rides and longer regional trips within Iowa.
Iowa City
Iowa City and nearby communities are fully served, with long-distance transport across Iowa coordinated from our 24/7 dispatch.
Service is not limited to these cities. We cover the entire state of Iowa; call for rural or specialty destinations.
How to Book Your Medical Ride in Iowa
Submit Your Request
Three-minute online form or a call to +1 518 666 6222, whichever is easier.
We Quote and Confirm
A coordinator calls with a personalized quote and confirms your driver and vehicle, usually within 2 hours.
We Pick You Up
Your driver is at the door at the confirmed time, with door-to-door assistance included.
Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Iowa
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Iowa?
Yes. We coordinate private pay medical transportation across all of Iowa, from Des Moines and Cedar Rapids to small towns and rural communities statewide.
How do I book a medical ride in Iowa?
Use our online booking form or call +1 518 666 6222. A coordinator confirms your driver and vehicle, usually within 2 hours.
What types of vehicles are available in Iowa?
Sedans, SUVs, wheelchair-accessible vans with lifts or ramps, and stretcher vehicles are available across Iowa. You choose the vehicle when you book.
Do you handle long-distance and out-of-state transport from Iowa?
Yes. We regularly drive patients from Iowa to specialty centers in neighboring states and across the country. Long trips are quoted as one all-inclusive price, with the return trip included when you need it.
What does private pay NEMT cost in Iowa?
Every ride in Iowa is quoted individually based on distance, vehicle type and any special needs. There are no published rates and no hidden fees. Submit a request and a coordinator calls you with the exact price before anything is confirmed. See our pricing page.
How often do you drive Iowa patients to Mayo Clinic?
Weekly. Rochester, Minnesota is a short drive from northern Iowa, and we combine Mayo Clinic appointments with trips to Iowa City, Des Moines and Omaha for patients who see specialists in more than one city.