Wheelchair Transportation in the Kansas City Area

Wheelchair transportation is a non-emergency medical transportation service for individuals who are able to sit upright but require mobility assistance and a properly equipped vehicle. Passengers remain seated in their wheelchair during transport, which is securely positioned inside an ADA-compliant vehicle designed for safe loading, unloading, and travel.

Wheelchair transportation is appropriate for passengers who can safely sit upright in a wheelchair and do not require medical monitoring during transport. Stretcher transportation is reserved for individuals who must remain lying down due to medical condition, injury, or recovery status. Our team can help determine the appropriate service based on the passenger’s mobility and care needs.

Yes. Wheelchair transportation falls under non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT). It is intended for scheduled appointments and planned travel where emergency medical care is not required, such as routine doctor visits, dialysis treatments, therapy sessions, and follow-up care.

Yes. Our wheelchair transportation service includes door-through-door assistance. Our trained team assists passengers from inside their residence or facility to the vehicle, secures the wheelchair during transport, and helps the passenger safely inside their destination upon arrival.

Wheelchair transportation is commonly used for primary care and specialist appointments, dialysis treatments, physical therapy and rehabilitation visits, hospital discharges, outpatient procedures, and follow-up medical care. It is also frequently scheduled for recurring appointments that require reliable, on-time transportation.

Yes. In addition to medical appointments, wheelchair transportation may be scheduled for essential non-medical trips such as pharmacy visits, personal errands, family visits, or other outings where mobility assistance and a secure vehicle are needed.

Wheelchairs are secured using industry-standard four-point tie-down systems designed to keep the wheelchair stable during transport. Our vehicles are equipped with safety restraints and securement systems that meet medical transportation standards, ensuring passenger comfort and safety throughout the trip.

Yes. Our drivers receive professional training in non-emergency medical transportation procedures, wheelchair securement, passenger assistance, and safety protocols. This training allows them to provide respectful, safe, and dependable service for each passenger.

In many cases, one family member or caregiver may accompany the passenger during wheelchair transportation. This is often helpful for support and communication. Please let us know when scheduling so we can confirm seating availability.

Coverage for wheelchair transportation varies depending on the insurance provider and plan. Some plans allow reimbursement, while others require transportation to be arranged through a broker. Many services are private-pay. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage.