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Long Distance Medical Transportation

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Safe & Comfortable Long-Distance Medical Transport

Traveling for specialized medical care shouldn't be a burden. ReliaWheels provides professional, long-distance non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) for patients requiring travel across Ohio or across state lines.

  • Nationwide ground transport (Lower 48 states)
  • Specialized vehicles for extended comfort
  • Experienced drivers trained for multi-state travel
  • Bed-to-bed and door-through-door service

Quick Facts: Long-Distance Support

What We Offer

  • Nationwide Reach: We transport patients to world-renowned medical centers, including the Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and Johns Hopkins.
  • Extended Comfort: Our vehicles feature upgraded climate control and hydraulic lifts to ensure a smooth ride over hundreds of miles.
  • Caregiver Accommodations: One family member or companion may travel at no extra cost to provide personal support.

Seamless Coordination: We handle logistics between departing and receiving facilities to ensure a smooth transition.

Our Long-Distance Process

 

 

ReliaWheels specializes in trips that exceed standard local limits, typically defined as journeys over 50 to 200 miles. Unlike standard transport, our long-distance service is optimized for patient stability and endurance.

We provide a specialized level of care for patients who are stable but require mobility assistance, such as those with chronic conditions, post-surgical needs, or mobility impairments.

Service Component

Details

Vehicle Type

Late-model, lift-equipped vans and ambulettes

Trip Distance

From 50 miles to cross-country (2,000+ miles)

Medical Gear

Accommodates power chairs, oxygen (up to size D), and luggage

Staffing

Two-driver teams available for trips exceeding 10 hours

Stops

Scheduled breaks for meals, medication, and comfort

Common Destinations & Regional Hubs

We regularly provide transportation between Cleveland and major medical hubs across the region and country:

  • Intrastate Ohio: Columbus (OSU Medical Center), Cincinnati (Children’s Hospital), and Toledo.
  • Regional Centers: UPMC (Pittsburgh, PA), University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI), and Indiana University Health.
  • National Excellence: Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN), MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX), and specialty centers in Boston or Phoenix.

Why Trust ReliaWheels for Long-Distance Travel?

  • Punctuality & Reliability: We maintain a 96% to 98% on-time rate by tracking weather and traffic patterns across your entire route.
  • Safety First: Our vehicles undergo rigorous monthly inspections, and drivers are certified in CPR and defensive driving.
  • Expert Billing: We work with Ohio Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and private insurance to verify out-of-area coverage.
  • Continuous Communication: Our dispatch team provides real-time GPS updates to family members throughout the journey.


 

How to Schedule Your Long-Distance Ride

  1. Request a Quote: Call (440) 468-7060 or use our online form. For trips over 100 miles, we recommend booking at least 48–72 hours in advance.
  2. Itinerary Planning: We confirm the pickup location, destination medical facility, and any specific needs like oxygen or bariatric equipment.
  3. Logistics Coordination: Our team coordinates with case managers at both ends of the trip to ensure clinical readiness.
  4. Professional Transport: Your driver(s) arrive on time, assist with loading, and remain in contact with you until you are safely settled at your destination.


 

Transparent Pricing

  • Local Ohio Base: Long-distance trips starting in Cleveland follow a specialized mileage-based rate after the initial base fee.
  • Medicaid & Insurance: Many plans cover long-distance transport to the "nearest appropriate facility" with proper documentation.
  • Custom Quotes: Because every long-distance trip is unique, we provide upfront, all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fuel or state-line fees.