We offer convenient, affordable DOT/DMV Physical Examinations for commercial drivers. Federal regulations guided by USDOT require everyone pursuing a commercial divers license to pass a series of physical qualifications. A Certified Medical Examiner must administer these tests before an applicant can be considered for a license.
All drivers need to bring a complete list of their medications, including the doses and their doctor’s names and addresses. To ensure a fast and smooth exam, please bring all pertinent documents for any of the conditions below:
| Requirements | Solution | |
|---|---|---|
| Medications | Varies | See physician, Visit www.fmcsa.dot.gov for more information |
| Psychiatric Medications | Needs Clearance from Prescribers | Needs Clearance from Prescribers |
| Blood Pressure | 140-159 / 90-99 =1 Year Certificate
160-179 / 100-109 = 3-month certificate >180/110 = Disqualifying Your Blood Pressure must be within normal ranges at the time of examination even if under PCP maintenance. |
You will be required to bring a letter from your PCP, stating that you are under care and clear to drive. |
| Diabetes | No needle injected insulin | Oral Medications are allowed. You will be required to bring a letter from your PCP, stating that you are under care and clear to drive |
| Blood Sugar | A1C Test 10% (Bring most recent Lab Results with you) | Oral Medications are allowed. You will be required to bring a letter from your PCP, stating that you are under care and clear to drive |
| Cardiac Issues | No current diagnosis of cardiac insufficiency, collapse, congestive failure, or any other cardiac disease. | If you’ve had previous cardiac conditions, you will be required to have an annual stress test and release from your PCP or Cardiologist. |
| Sleep Apnea | If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you must demonstrate it is under control | Must have and annual Sleep Study (within 12 months) and a release form you PCP. |
| Vision | 20/40 Correctable in each eye | Eyeglasses or contacts are permitted to correct vision. |
| Hearing | Hear a forced whisper from more that 5 feet away in at least 1 ear. | Hearing aids are allowed to meet requirements. |
Yes. At 8‑2-8 Urgent Care, certified medical examiners perform DOT physicals to ensure commercial drivers meet USDOT safety and medical standards. All our full-time providers and medical director are certified. We encourage you to call ahead to ensure that there is a certified medical examiner onsite, prior to your visit.
A DOT physical specifically evaluates a driver’s fitness for commercial driving, focusing on vision, hearing, blood pressure, and other safety-related health requirements.
Policies vary by location. At 8‑2-8 Urgent Care, walk-ins are welcome, making it convenient for commercial drivers to get DOT physicals quickly.
DOT physicals are conducted by certified medical examiners, who may be physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants trained and approved by the FMCSA.
Depending on your medical condition, yes. Drivers may need to provide relevant medical records, lab results, or letters from specialists to meet DOT requirements for certification. We will let you know once you are seen by the DOT examiner.
Please be aware that we make every attempt to help our patients, however, paying for the exam is not a guarantee of passing or clearance. We must comply with the DOT/DMV regulations.