FIL is in rehab in Myrtle Beach, SC. Will probably be going to nursing home in a couple of weeks. We live in Trenton, NJ and would like him to be in a nursing home close by us. Any recommendations for medical transport companies. Thank you in advance for any help.
When we needed to transport my MIL from central Fla to Atlanta, it was a good size transport and the cost in 2013 was $2000 which we thought was reasonable at the time.
As said you first need to find a place that will take him. If on Medicaid, he may not be able to get Medicaid in NJ. It takes a while to apply and get the paperwork needed. Statements from 5 yrs back. Make sure u know what ur taking on.
Do they have a bed available?
What medical tests do they require before they accept him? (Some want a TB test, some require a double test. (this can be a blood test rather than a skin test)
Now you can get transportation set up.
If he needs medical transport either facility can arrange that or you can do it yourself.
If he does not need medical transport sometimes driving yourself with the help of a second person (acting as a caregiver or relief driver) is the least expensive. Even if you have to rent a van or small RV.
More info from you about your FIL's condition would be helpful.