Frequently Asked Questions
What is Modus?
Modus is a two-pronged transportation solution for young people in Tulsa. It enables young people to get to their social service and medical appointments, and ensures they know how to use the city’s transit system.
Our curb-to-curb transportation service enables social service agencies to focus on their core services and ensure young people get the services they need, while ModusEd trains every high school student at Tulsa Public Schools to use the city’s transit system. Together, Modus and ModusEd increase youth transit use, reduce agency spending on inefficient transportation, and increase youth access to healthcare and social services.
How much does Modus cost?
Modus is completely free for the passenger. Instead, social service agencies and medical facilities pay an annual membership fee to utilize Modus for their clients. Membership levels vary depending on usage. For more information on how to become a Modus Member Agency, click here.
What geographic area does Modus serve?
Modus pick-up and drop-off addresses must be within Osage County or Tulsa County AND one of the zip codes listed below. Modus is expanding and will add additional zip codes so check back for updates. See the map below, or click here to view our service area interactively.
74103, 74104, 74105, 74106, 74107, 74108, 74110, 74112, 74114, 74115, 74116, 74117, 74119, 74120, 74126, 74127, 74128, 74129, 74130, 74131, 74132, 74133, 74134, 74135, 74136, 74137, 74145, 74146
Where is my driver/where will they park?
What is the Modus holiday schedule?
Unless otherwise noted, transportation will not be provided on the following holidays:
New Year's Day - January 1st
Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Third Monday in January
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Independence Day - July 4th
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Thanksgiving Day - Last Thursday in November
Thanksgiving Friday - Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve - December 24th
Christmas Day - December 25thWhat is Modus doing to keep everyone safe during a Modus ride?
The safety of our passengers and drivers are very important to us. Modus is committed to providing safe, reliable transportation during COVID-19. We have modified our policies and procedures to adapt to the current health crisis. Major changes to services include, but are not limited to the following:
Can my Modus driver take me somewhere other than my appointment?
Can my Modus driver stop or drop me off somewhere other than my appointment?
What if I’m traveling with an additional passenger? (e.g. child, parent, etc.)
Keep in mind, due to COVID-19, only passengers who are considered essential to the success of the appointment are allowed in the vehicle, with a maximum of two (2) riders per vehicle.
I need to bring my child. Do I need to bring a car seat?
At this time, clients are prohibited from bringing their own child safety seats. This is to ensure that each child safety seat is properly disinfected after each use. Notify your care provider two (2) days before the ride and Modus will provide one for you.
I’m an existing Modus client. Will I need to sign any new forms before my next Modus ride?
If you were enrolled before June 1, 2020 and have not filled out the Rider Agreement During COVID-19, COVID-19 Acknowledgement, and Liability Waiver forms, these will be required for you, your parent/guardian (if you’re under 18), and/or any additional passengers you plan to bring with you to sign before your next scheduled Modus ride.
What is the mandatory health screening?
Modus will call you and to conduct a mandatory health assessment 1-2 days before your ride is to occur. Make sure you answer all of the questions truthfully and to the best of your ability. If you fail to complete the assessment by 5:00 PM the day before your ride, your ride will be cancelled. This screening process is to ensure the health and safety of everyone in the vehicle, therefore Modus will not make any exceptions.
What symptoms should I look for when conducting my own medical self-assessment?
Deep, dry cough
Shortness of breath
Fever
Chills
Muscle pain
Severe headache
Sore throat
New loss of taste or smell
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
Which resources should I use to learn more information regarding COVID-19?
In addition to Modus’ website, the following websites will have general up-to-date information regarding COVID-19:
Tulsa Health Department - www.tulsa-health.org/COVID19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/
World Health Organization – www.who.int/covid-19/information
Will Modus require everyone in the vehicle to wear masks?
Yes, all drivers and passengers over the age of 4 are required to wear a mask at all times during the ride. Due to a limited number of masks on-hand, clients are expected to bring their own mask. If you do not have a mask available, contact the Modus office before your ride.
How do I cancel my ride?
The client is responsible for cancelling their Modus ride. If you need to cancel your ride, please respond to the confirmation text that you received prior to your ride. If you cannot text, call Modus at 918.280.9563 or email ride@modustulsa.org to cancel.