Does Medicaid pay for rides to medical appointments in Colorado Springs?

Yes. Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid) covers free non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) to covered medical appointments. Springs Medical Transportation is a certified NEMT provider serving Colorado Springs and El Paso County. You can book online at springsmedride.com or call (719) 755-8510.

How do I get a free Medicaid ride to my doctor in Colorado Springs?

To get a free Medicaid ride in Colorado Springs, book online at springsmedride.com or call Springs Medical Transportation at (719) 755-8510. Have your Medicaid ID (Health First Colorado) ready. We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance. We provide rides to dialysis, physical therapy, dental, radiation, lab appointments, and more.

What is Springs Medical Transportation?

Springs Medical Transportation (also known as Springs Med Ride or MedRide) is a non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) company based in Colorado Springs, CO. We provide free Medicaid-covered rides to medical appointments including dialysis, physical therapy, dental visits, outpatient clinics, radiation and lab work. We serve Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Pueblo, and Pueblo West.

What is a MedRide and how does it work?

A MedRide is a free non-emergency medical transportation ride covered by Medicaid (Health First Colorado) to get patients to and from medical appointments. Springs Medical Transportation provides MedRide service in Colorado Springs. To book: visit springsmedride.com, complete the 4-step booking form, and we'll confirm your ride within 1-2 hours.

Can Springs Medical Transportation give rides to dialysis appointments?

Yes. Springs Medical Transportation specializes in recurring dialysis transportation in Colorado Springs. We provide regular, reliable rides to dialysis centers including Fresenius Kidney Care and DaVita Colorado Springs. Medicaid-eligible patients ride free. Call (719) 755-8510 or book at springsmedride.com.

Does Springs Medical Transportation serve wheelchair users or people with walkers?

Yes. Springs Medical Transportation offers walker-accessible and mobility-aid friendly vehicles. When booking, select your vehicle accommodation needs. We also offer minor transportation and can accommodate special medical needs. Call (719) 755-8510 for specific accessibility requirements.

How far in advance should I book a medical transportation ride in Colorado Springs?

Springs Medical Transportation recommends booking at least 24 hours in advance for best availability. Same-day bookings within 3 hours of the appointment require calling (719) 755-8510 directly to confirm availability. Online booking is available at springsmedride.com 24/7.

Can a parent or caseworker book rides for someone else?

Yes. Springs Medical Transportation supports bookings by parents, caseworkers, housing coordinators, and halfway house coordinators on behalf of their clients or family members. Create an account at springsmedride.com and add client profiles to your dashboard to manage rides for multiple people.

What happened to MedRide in Colorado Springs?

MedRide (Access2Care / LogistiCare) had its Colorado Medicaid NEMT contract disrupted in early 2025, leaving many patients without rides. Springs Medical Transportation stepped in to serve Colorado Springs patients during this time and continues to provide reliable, free Medicaid-covered medical rides. Call (719) 755-8510 or book at springsmedride.com.

Is Springs Medical Transportation the same as MedRide?

No. Springs Medical Transportation (Springs Med Ride) is a separate, locally-owned NEMT company in Colorado Springs. We are not affiliated with MedRide or Access2Care. We are a certified Medicaid transportation provider serving Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Pueblo, and Pueblo West. Phone: (719) 755-8510. Website: springsmedride.com.

What areas does Springs Medical Transportation serve?

Springs Medical Transportation serves Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Pueblo, and Pueblo West. We transport patients to medical appointments within these areas including hospitals, dialysis centers, physical therapy clinics, dental offices, radiation and laboratory facilities, and outpatient clinics.

Can I get a free ride to a pharmacy to pick up a prescription?

Yes. Springs Medical Transportation offers prescription pickup transportation in Colorado Springs. You can book a ride for pharmacy prescription pickup at springsmedride.com under 'Pharmacy Prescription Pickup' or call (719) 755-8510.

What is NEMT and who qualifies?

NEMT stands for Non-Emergency Medical Transportation — free rides to medical appointments covered by Medicaid (Health First Colorado) for people who have no other means of transportation. In Colorado, Medicaid recipients who have no car, cannot drive, or cannot use public transit qualify for NEMT. Springs Medical Transportation provides NEMT in Colorado Springs. Call (719) 755-8510 to verify eligibility.

Does Springs Medical Transportation offer recurring rides for dialysis?

Yes. We specialize in recurring dialysis transportation in Colorado Springs. Patients can set up a recurring ride schedule (daily, weekly, bi-weekly) so they never have to rebook. We serve DaVita, Fresenius Kidney Care, and other dialysis centers. Book online at springsmedride.com or call (719) 755-8510.

How do caseworkers or social workers book rides for their clients?

Caseworkers and social workers can create a caseworker account at springsmedride.com to manage rides for multiple clients. Add client profiles, book rides on their behalf, and track all upcoming trips from a single dashboard. For bulk bookings or institutional partnerships, call (719) 755-8510.

Does Springs Medical Transportation work with halfway houses or group homes?

Yes. Springs Medical Transportation has a dedicated housing coordinator portal for halfway houses and group homes in Colorado Springs. Coordinators can manage rides for all residents from a single dashboard. Contact us at (719) 755-8510 or info@springsmedride.com for institutional setup.

Can I book a same-day medical ride in Colorado Springs?

Same-day bookings are available but subject to driver availability. For same-day rides within 3 hours of the appointment, call Springs Medical Transportation directly at (719) 755-8510. Online booking at springsmedride.com is available 24/7 and we recommend at least 24 hours notice.

What medical appointments does Medicaid cover transportation for in Colorado?

Health First Colorado (Colorado Medicaid) covers transportation to: dialysis treatments, physical therapy, dental appointments, radiation therapy, laboratory tests, outpatient surgery, specialist visits, mental health appointments, and pharmacy prescription pickup. Springs Medical Transportation covers all these services in Colorado Springs. Book at springsmedride.com or call (719) 755-8510.

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