Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Pennsylvania
Crown Care NEMT provides private pay, door-to-door medical transportation across all of Pennsylvania: 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 Pennsylvania: What You Need to Know
Pennsylvania is home to University of Pennsylvania Health, UPMC, Jefferson, and CHOP — Crown Care handles the complex multi-hospital transport needs this creates.
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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania rides within 2 hours of the request.
Medical Destinations We Serve in Pennsylvania
Hospitals and specialty centers our Pennsylvania passengers travel to most often. Any clinic, dialysis center, rehab facility or private practice in the state is covered.
Major medical centers
- Penn Medicine and Jefferson Health (Philadelphia)
- UPMC Presbyterian and Hillman Cancer Center (Pittsburgh)
- Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center and Geisinger
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 Pennsylvania.
Long-Distance and Out-of-State Medical Transport from Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania
- Allentown, Reading and Harrisburg to Philadelphia
- Erie and Western Pennsylvania to Pittsburgh or Cleveland
- Central Pennsylvania to Hershey or Geisinger
State to state
Neighboring states we drive to most often from Pennsylvania: New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio. Interstate and cross-country trips are planned door to door, including hotel or airport stops. Long-distance transport from Pennsylvania: routes, vehicles and how it works →
Why Choose Private Pay NEMT in Pennsylvania?
Fast Booking in Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania.
The Right Vehicle
Sedans, SUVs, wheelchair-accessible vans and stretcher vehicles, maintained and operated by vetted Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania passenger with respect.
Crown Care NEMT: Serving All of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Metro service in Philadelphia including door-to-door transport to hospitals, specialty clinics, dialysis centers and outpatient facilities. Same-day booking is often available.
Pittsburgh
Full coverage across Pittsburgh and the surrounding area, with vehicles for short local rides and longer regional trips within Pennsylvania.
Allentown
Allentown and nearby communities are fully served, with long-distance transport across Pennsylvania coordinated from our 24/7 dispatch.
Service is not limited to these cities. We cover the entire state of Pennsylvania; call for rural or specialty destinations.
How to Book Your Medical Ride in Pennsylvania
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.
Pennsylvania Medical Transportation Guide
Pennsylvania is home to two of the nation's top medical cities. Philadelphia hosts the University of Pennsylvania Health System, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Pittsburgh is anchored by UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), one of the largest academic medical centers in the country. Between them, these institutions draw patients from across the Northeast and beyond.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia's medical infrastructure is extraordinary:
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP)
- Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)
- Temple University Hospital
- Fox Chase Cancer Center
Crown Care provides local medical rides throughout Greater Philadelphia, wheelchair transport in the city's challenging urban environment, and airport service at PHL.
Pittsburgh
UPMC's network includes UPMC Presbyterian, UPMC Shadyside, UPMC Children's, and Hillman Cancer Center. Allegheny Health Network provides additional coverage. Pittsburgh draws patients from western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and eastern Ohio.
Central Pennsylvania
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey serves central PA. Patients from Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and surrounding communities access specialty care here and often travel to Philadelphia or Pittsburgh for higher-level treatment.
Common Pennsylvania Routes
- Harrisburg to Philadelphia (105 miles), for Penn and Jefferson
- Scranton to Philadelphia (125 miles), for specialty care
- Erie to Pittsburgh (130 miles), for UPMC
- Allentown to Philadelphia (60 miles), for CHOP and Fox Chase
- State College to Hershey (95 miles), for Penn State Health
Frequently Asked Questions: NEMT in Pennsylvania
Does Crown Care NEMT serve all of Pennsylvania?
Yes. We coordinate private pay medical transportation across all of Pennsylvania, from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to small towns and rural communities statewide.
How do I book a medical ride in Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania?
Sedans, SUVs, wheelchair-accessible vans with lifts or ramps, and stretcher vehicles are available across Pennsylvania. You choose the vehicle when you book.
Do you handle long-distance and out-of-state transport from Pennsylvania?
Yes. We regularly drive patients from Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
Every ride in Pennsylvania 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.
Do you serve Central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley?
Yes. Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, Allentown, Bethlehem and Reading are covered for local rides and for trips into Philadelphia, Hershey and Geisinger.
Do you provide wheelchair transport in downtown Philadelphia?
Yes. Our wheelchair-accessible vans navigate Philadelphia's urban streets, including Center City, University City, and the hospital corridor along Broad Street. Drivers are familiar with hospital entrances and parking procedures.
Can you transport between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh?
Yes. The Philadelphia-Pittsburgh route (about 300 miles) is one of our most common Pennsylvania long-distance routes. We handle it with medical-grade comfort and planned rest stops.
Do you serve rural Pennsylvania?
Yes — all of Pennsylvania, including rural Appalachian communities, the Poconos, and the Northern Tier. We coordinate the right vehicle regardless of location.