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DOT physicals are thorough health evaluations mandated by the Department of Transportation for CMV drivers. These evaluations verify that drivers are capable of safely operating large vehicles on public roads. A certified medical examiner, listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, performs this exam. Passing it earns a DOT medical certificate, needed to keep a valid CDL license under FMCSA rules. For guidance on your specific DOT physical, call at 800-221-4291.
During your exam, the medical examiner will complete a thorough health assessment to determine if you meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) medical standards. The process typically includes:
What Does a DOT Physical Include?
Vision Test
Urinalysis
Physical Examination
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What is checked in a DOT Physical?
- Health history review and medication assessment
- Vision screening (corrective lenses allowed; minimum standards apply)
- Hearing assessment (forced whisper or audiometry)
- Blood pressure and pulse rate
- Physical examination (systems review)
- Urinalysis (specific gravity, protein, glucose)
Upon successful completion, your Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC) may be issued for up to 24 months. Some conditions may require shorter certification or specialist documentation
This applies specifically to Goessel, WI.
Who needs a DOT Physical?
A valid DOT medical card is mandatory if you:
- Operate a commercial driver's license (CDL) class A, B, or C for interstate travel
- Drive a vehicle exceeding 10,001 lbs. GVWR across state lines
- Transport over 8 paying passengers or more than 15 non-paying passengers
- Carry hazardous materials needing placards under DOT guidelines
- Work for DOT-regulated employers like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA or USCG necessitating DOT medical certifications. Goessel, NM drivers must comply.
What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?
- State ID or government-issued ID
- Glasses or contacts with prescription
- List of medications and doses
- CPAP usage report (if applicable)
- Specialist approvals (for heart, sleep disorders, diabetes, etc.)
- Recent A1C or blood pressure readings if monitored
What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?
- In Goessel, TN, lack of a medical card issuance
- Faced with temporary exam disqualification
- Advised medical treatment via primary healthcare
- Possible FMCSA health exemptions
- Employer notified regarding outcomes
- Steps to proceed involve addressing health issues followed by exam retest
Goessel, TN applicants must address disqualifying health aspects proactively to regain qualification status.
What Will Fail a DOT Physical?
Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical
- Vision & Hearing: Poor vision worse than 20/40 in each eye (with correction), inability to differentiate traffic signal colors, or hearing loss that restricts hearing a whisper at 5 feet.
- Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Unmanaged hypertension (>=180/110 mmHg), recent heart attack, stroke, uncontrolled chest pain, or a defibrillator without approval.
- Diabetes: Poorly managed diabetes with frequent hypoglycemia or complications (neuropathy, eyesight issues) affecting safe driving.
- Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated obstructive sleep apnea causing daytime fatigue, or severe lung disease inhibiting oxygen exchange.
- Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizure disorders (unless exempted), conditions leading to sudden consciousness loss, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors.
- Substance Abuse: Current use of illegal substances, alcohol dependency, or misuse of prescribed drugs impairing driving.
- Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe uncontrolled mental illnesses (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder with recent incidents) or cognitive difficulties affecting decision-making and reaction speed.
Temporary vs. Permanent Disqualification
Certain problems may temporarily disqualify you until you provide medical clearance (e.g., controlled high blood pressure, diabetes management). Others, such as untreated seizures or implanted defibrillators, are often considered permanently disqualifying based on FMCSA rules.
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