Transportation

Need a ride to your next appointment?

You can book transportation through your Medicaid Health Plan!

To learn how, SCCMHA offers training to help you make sure you get to your next non-emergency medical appointment on time!

Introduction to Non-Emergency Medicaid Transportation

Transportation Liaison Training

To view full PDF flyer, click here. 

Transportation Training Video

Step-by-Step guide for your Health Plan Provider

To see full length PDF flyer, click here. 

Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS)

Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS) also offers assistance with medical transportation:

10 bus routes

Fare: $1.50/$0.75 (seniors and disabled)

Rides to Wellness

Door-to-door Services
Starting at $25

Lift Available

For seniors (60+) and disabled rides
Fare $3

If your transportation to your appointments was not helpful, you can report it to your Medicaid Health Plan provider.

How to file with your Provider:

1. Contact your Medicaid Health Plan provider: 
     a. Meridian: (800) 821-9369
     b. Blue Cross Blue Shield: (888) 803-4947
     c. McLaren: (888) 327-0671
     d. Molina: (888) 898-7969

2. Connect with Transportation Services by selecting the number option.

3. Provide your Medicaid and personal information, including:
    a. Name
    b. Date of Birth
    c. Phone Number
    d. Medicaid ID

4. Request to file a complaint about your transportation. They will connect you with someone.

5. Tell the representative what the complaint is, including:
    a. Date/Time of the appointment/scheduled ride 
    b. Appointment Type
    c. What the incident was (late arrival, never showed up, no return ride home, etc.)

 

You can also file a complaint through the MDHHS Online Complaint Form found here:

MDHHS Online Medicaid Services Complaint Form

To complete the form, do the following: 

1. Beneficiary’s Information: Name, Medicaid ID, date of birth, contact details

2. Submitter’s Information: Name, phone, relationship to beneficiary

3. Medicaid Covered Services: Is there a problem getting Medicaid covered services, select Yes

4. Billing Related Issues: Is there a billing related issue? Select No

5. File Upload: Upload up to two files that may help describe the complaint, such as trip requests, denial letters or communication with the provider

6. Complaint Details: In the box, describe what the problem is, steps you’ve taken to resolve it, transportation provider names/contact info

7. Press Submit

 

 

Tips for filing complaints or concerns:

1. Be specific (Include dates, times, provider names, and exact service issues)

2. Attach evidence (Trip requests, denial letters, provider messages)

3. Keep copies of all files and messages

4. Request quick response if the issue affects urgent medical needs