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NEMT Transport in Bakersfield, CA

Non-emergency medical transport (wheelchair and stretcher) serving Bakersfield and surrounding communities in Kern County.

NEMT Only
Bakersfield Base
24/7 Dispatch
Kern County
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Wheelchair Transport

ADA-compliant wheelchair van transport for appointments, discharges, dialysis, and facility transfers in Bakersfield.

NEMT
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Stretcher Transport

Non-ambulatory stretcher van transport for patients who need to travel lying down. Equipped with hydraulic stretchers.

NEMT
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BLS / SCT / CCT

BLS ambulance and critical care transport services are not available in Bakersfield or Kern County. For ambulance transport, please contact our LA or Orange County operations.

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Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Bakersfield, California

Since 2002, West Coast Ambulance has been Bakersfield's trusted provider of non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT). We offer wheelchair van and stretcher van transport for patients who need safe, reliable rides to medical appointments, dialysis treatments, hospital discharges, and facility transfers throughout Bakersfield and the greater Kern County area.

Why Bakersfield Patients and Facilities Choose West Coast Ambulance

Finding dependable medical transport in Bakersfield can be challenging. West Coast Ambulance operates from our Bakersfield base station to serve Bakersfield residents with consistent, on-time wheelchair and stretcher transportation. Our NEMT crews are First Aid and CPR certified, trained in wheelchair securement and patient assistance, and undergo thorough background checks and drug testing. Every transport is coordinated through our 24/7 dispatch center, so whether you need a 6 AM dialysis pickup or a late-afternoon hospital discharge, we're ready.

Medical Transport Services Available in Bakersfield

In Bakersfield, we provide ADA-compliant wheelchair van transport and hydraulic stretcher van transport. These services cover routine medical appointments, recurring dialysis schedules, skilled nursing facility transfers, hospital discharges, and doctor visits across Kern County. Our drivers regularly transport patients to and from Kern Medical, Adventist Health Bakersfield, Mercy Hospital. Please note that BLS ambulance and SCT/CCT services are not available in Kern County — for ambulance-level transport, contact our Los Angeles or Orange County operations.

Healthcare Facilities We Serve in Bakersfield

Kern Medical
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield

We serve these and many other facilities in the Bakersfield area.

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Your nearest WCA base station: Bakersfield — ensuring fast response times for all transport requests in Bakersfield. Approximately 0 miles away.

As a Kern County provider, we offer wheelchair and stretcher NEMT services in Bakersfield. For BLS or critical care needs, we coordinate cross-county transfers to LA or Orange County facilities.

Bakersfield Medical Transport FAQ

Does West Coast Ambulance provide ambulance service in Bakersfield?
No. In Bakersfield and all of Kern County, West Coast Ambulance provides non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) only, including wheelchair van and stretcher van transport. BLS ambulance and critical care transport are available through our Los Angeles County and Orange County operations.
How do I schedule a wheelchair transport in Bakersfield?
Call our 24/7 dispatch at 800-880-0556 or email dispatch@wcambulance.com. We accept same-day requests and can set up recurring transport schedules for dialysis and regular medical appointments in Bakersfield.
What areas near Bakersfield does West Coast Ambulance serve?
We serve Bakersfield and surrounding communities including Shafter, Wasco, Arvin, Lamont, Oildale. Our Bakersfield station provides NEMT coverage throughout the region.
Does West Coast Ambulance accept Medi-Cal in Bakersfield?
Yes. We accept Medi-Cal, Medicare, and most private insurance for qualified NEMT services in Bakersfield. Contact our billing team or visit our Insurance & Billing page for details.

Bakersfield Coverage & Nearby Areas

Served from our Bakersfield base station for reliable response times throughout the Bakersfield area.

Base Station

Bakersfield is served from our Bakersfield base station, providing NEMT transport coverage.

Bakersfield Base

Nearby Cities Also Covered

Our Bakersfield base also serves the surrounding communities:

Service Limitation

West Coast Ambulance provides NEMT (wheelchair and stretcher) transport only in Bakersfield and Kern County. BLS ambulance and SCT/CCT services are not available in this area.

Local Facilities

We regularly transport patients to and from Bakersfield-area facilities, including Kern Medical, Adventist Health Bakersfield, Mercy Hospital.

From wheelchair rides to critical care transfers — one provider handles it all for our patients.
— Case Manager

Need Transport in Bakersfield?

NEMT wheelchair and stretcher transport throughout Bakersfield.

Request a Ride → Call 800-880-0556
800-880-0556 dispatch@wcambulance.com