Reliable 120-mile rides to specialist care, cancer treatment centers, and University Medical Center of El Paso. When the care you need isn't available in New Mexico, we get you there. Medicaid accepted.
El Paso, Texas is 120 miles west of Lordsburg and home to some of the most advanced medical care accessible to Southwest New Mexico residents. Patients who need specialized oncology treatment, neurological care, spinal surgery, cardiac intervention, or specialized procedures that are not offered at Gila Regional often have no choice but to travel to El Paso.
Unique Ride Services provides long-distance transportation to El Paso for Hidalgo County patients who need advanced care. We schedule these trips with 10 business days advance notice, ensuring a smooth, comfortable ride each way on what is often one of the most important medical days of the year.
Advance notice required: Please contact us at least 10 business days before your appointment. Long-distance trips require scheduling coordination and we want to ensure you have a confirmed ride well before your appointment date.
Departure time: We coordinate pickup time based on your appointment time, accounting for the approximately 2-hour drive and any border or traffic delays on I-10 through New Mexico and into Texas.
Return trip: We arrange your return based on expected appointment duration. Let us know at booking if your appointment may run long or if you expect to need additional wait time.
Long-distance comfort: All amenities included — water, snacks, USB charger, blanket if needed. Your driver's direct cell number is provided to your family before departure.
New Mexico Medicaid (Centennial Care) covers transportation to El Paso for care that is not available closer to home. This typically applies to specialized oncology, neurological, and advanced surgical care. We help verify your eligibility and submit documentation before your trip.
For questions about whether your specific El Paso appointment qualifies for Medicaid transportation coverage, call us at (630) 664-7428.
Tell us your appointment details — we'll confirm availability and get your trip scheduled. Please contact us at least 10 days in advance.