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. |
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.