Hospital Discharge Transportation

Being discharged from the hospital should be a relief, not a source of stress. At RK For Transportation LLC, we specialize in hospital discharge transportation that is coordinated, comfortable, and safe. We work directly with hospital discharge planners, nurses, and social workers to ensure your ride home is ready when you are.

Hospital discharge times can be unpredictable. A doctor may need to complete final rounds, test results may take longer than expected, or paperwork may cause delays. We understand this reality and offer flexible scheduling that adapts to the actual discharge time rather than a rigid pickup window. Our drivers are patient and will wait as needed.

We regularly serve patients being discharged from Michigan Medicine, St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Mott Children's Hospital, and Trinity Health Chelsea Hospital. Our drivers are familiar with the discharge procedures and pickup locations at each facility, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience.

After surgery or a hospital stay, comfort is paramount. Our vehicles provide smooth rides with climate-controlled interiors, comfortable seating, and plenty of room for any personal belongings or medical equipment you may be taking home. For patients requiring wheelchair transport, our ADA-accessible vans feature hydraulic ramps and secure tie-down systems.

Our drivers are trained to assist post-operative and recently hospitalized patients with extra care. They will help you from the wheelchair or bed to the vehicle, ensure you are comfortably and safely positioned, and assist you all the way to your door at home. If you need help getting inside, our drivers will walk you to your door.

We accept Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, private pay, and Michigan no-fault auto insurance. Many insurance plans cover hospital discharge transportation. Our team can coordinate with your hospital social worker or case manager to verify benefits and arrange authorization before your discharge date.