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NEMT Transport in Shafter, CA

Non-emergency medical transport (wheelchair and stretcher) serving Shafter 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 Shafter.

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 Shafter or Kern County. For ambulance transport, please contact our LA or Orange County operations.

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Non-Emergency Medical Transportation in Shafter, California

Since 2002, West Coast Ambulance has been Shafter'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 Shafter and the greater Kern County area.

Why Shafter Patients and Facilities Choose West Coast Ambulance

Finding dependable medical transport in Shafter can be challenging. West Coast Ambulance operates from our Bakersfield base station to serve Shafter 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 Shafter

In Shafter, 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. 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 Shafter

Kern Medical
Adventist Health Bakersfield
Mercy Hospital Bakersfield

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

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Your nearest WCA base station: Bakersfield — ensuring fast response times for all transport requests in Shafter. Approximately 17 miles away.

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

Shafter Medical Transport FAQ

Does West Coast Ambulance provide ambulance service in Shafter?
No. In Shafter 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 Shafter?
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 Shafter.
What areas near Shafter does West Coast Ambulance serve?
We serve Shafter and surrounding communities including Bakersfield, Wasco. Our Bakersfield station provides NEMT coverage throughout the region.
Does West Coast Ambulance accept Medi-Cal in Shafter?
Yes. We accept Medi-Cal, Medicare, and most private insurance for qualified NEMT services in Shafter. Contact our billing team or visit our Insurance & Billing page for details.

Shafter Coverage & Nearby Areas

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

Base Station

Shafter 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 Shafter and Kern County. BLS ambulance and SCT/CCT services are not available in this area.

Local Facilities

We serve all hospitals, SNFs, dialysis centers, and medical facilities in the Shafter area.

WCA has been our go-to transport provider. Reliable, professional, and always on time.
— Facility Administrator

Need Transport in Shafter?

NEMT wheelchair and stretcher transport throughout Shafter.

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