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With 39 testing centers in the Amherst area, we offer drug and alcohol testing for employment, probation and DOT requirements. Additional services include DOT consortium enrollment, DNA Testing and background checks. Order your tests and services online or call (800) 221-4291.

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39 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Amherst

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816 S Main St

3.45 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
816 S Main St
Amherst, VA 24521
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4007 S Amherst Hwy

8.59 mi
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4007 S Amherst Hwy
Madison Heights, VA 24572
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1900 Tate Springs Rd Ste 9

12.36 mi
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1900 Tate Springs Rd Ste 9
Lynchburg, VA 24501
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1901 Tate Springs Rd

12.50 mi
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1901 Tate Springs Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24501
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1905 Atherholt Rd

12.64 mi
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1905 Atherholt Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24501
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4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy

12.75 mi
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4038 Thomas Nelson Hwy
Arrington, VA 22922
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2818 Linkhorne Dr

13.10 mi
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2818 Linkhorne Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24503
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2600 Memorial Ave Ste 202

13.61 mi
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2600 Memorial Ave Ste 202
Lynchburg, VA 24501
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2832 Candlers Mountain Rd

15.84 mi
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2832 Candlers Mountain Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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1007 Sheffield Dr

15.91 mi
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1007 Sheffield Dr
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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21054a Timberlake Rd

16.19 mi
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21054a Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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102 Archway Ct

17.44 mi
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102 Archway Ct
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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7724 Timberlake Rd

17.54 mi
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7724 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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21556 Timberlake Rd Ste D

19.72 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
21556 Timberlake Rd Ste D
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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22634 Timberlake Rd

20.67 mi
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22634 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, VA 24502
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181 Old Courthouse Rd

22.23 mi
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181 Old Courthouse Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522
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60 Commerce Park Dr

24.52 mi
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60 Commerce Park Dr
Raphine, VA 24472
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100 Spottswood Dr

24.53 mi
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100 Spottswood Dr
Lexington, VA 24450
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171 W Main St

28.66 mi
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171 W Main St
Bedford, VA 24523
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10102 Leesville Rd

33.37 mi
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10102 Leesville Rd
Lynch Station, VA 24571
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428 S Magnolia Ave

34.91 mi
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428 S Magnolia Ave
Waynesboro, VA 22980
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57 N Medical Park Dr Ste 101

35.25 mi
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57 N Medical Park Dr Ste 101
Fishersville, VA 22939
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201 Lew Dewitt Blvd Outpatient Center

37.28 mi
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201 Lew Dewitt Blvd Outpatient Center
Waynesboro, VA 22980
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1209 Richmond Ave

37.58 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: M-Sun: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1209 Richmond Ave
Staunton, VA 24401
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851 Statler Blvd

37.86 mi
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851 Statler Blvd
Staunton, VA 24401
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422 Commerce Rd

38.77 mi
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422 Commerce Rd
Staunton, VA 24401
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330 Main St

39.11 mi
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330 Main St
Brookneal, VA 24528
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42 Lambert St

39.50 mi
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42 Lambert St
Staunton, VA 24401
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1555 Commerce Rd Ste C

41.12 mi
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1555 Commerce Rd Ste C
Verona, VA 24482
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350 Lee Hwy

42.31 mi
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350 Lee Hwy
Verona, VA 24482
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1414 W 3rd St

43.50 mi
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1414 W 3rd St
Farmville, VA 23901
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500 Ray C Hunt Dr

43.89 mi
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500 Ray C Hunt Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22903
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1 Arh Lane Ste 201

44.01 mi
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1 Arh Lane Ste 201
Low Moor, VA 24457
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800 Oak St

44.04 mi
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800 Oak St
Farmville, VA 23901
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324 Commerce Rd Ste A

44.08 mi
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324 Commerce Rd Ste A
Farmville, VA 23901
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1371 Lee Highway

44.28 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1371 Lee Highway
Fort Defiance, VA 24437
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1102 S Main St

44.80 mi
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1102 S Main St
Farmville, VA 23901
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1910 Arlington Blvd

45.87 mi
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1910 Arlington Blvd
Charlottesville, VA 22903
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1372 W Gretna Rd

46.62 mi
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1372 W Gretna Rd
Gretna, VA 24557
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Amherst, VA DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

A DOT physical examination is an all-encompassing health check mandated by the Department of Transportation for every commercial motor vehicle driver. This exam ensures that drivers are in sound physical, mental, and emotional health to safely manage large vehicles on roads. A certified medical examiner from the National Registry conducts the test. Success leads to obtaining a DOT medical certificate, which is essential for keeping a valid CDL under FMCSA rules. If regulated by another DOT body and need guidance on the required DOT physical, please reach out to us 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?

Health History Review
Vision Test

Hearing Test
Urinalysis

Vital Signs
Physical Examination

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What is checked in a DOT Physical?

  • Review health history and medications
  • Vision test (corrective lenses accepted, minimum standards needed)
  • Hearing evaluation (forced whisper or audiometry)
  • Blood pressure and pulse examination
  • Comprehensive physical checkup (systems review)
  • Urinalysis (checking specific gravity, protein, glucose)

After passing, your Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC) might be valid for up to 24 months; however, specific conditions could demand more frequent certifications or expert notes. This applies in Amherst, ME.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

You need a valid DOT medical card if you:

  • Hold an Amherst, IN CDL for interstate commerce (class A, B, or C)
  • Operate a vehicle over 10,001 lbs. GVWR in interstate commerce
  • Transport more than 8 passengers (for hire) or 15+ passengers (not for hire)
  • Carry hazardous materials necessitating DOT placarding
  • Work for DOT-regulated employers like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, USCG, where medical qualification is mandatory

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What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?

  • Government-issued photo
  • Glasses/contacts & prescription
  • List of medications & dosages
  • CPAP usage data (if applicable)
  • Specialist clearances (cardiology, sleep apnea, diabetes, etc.)
  • Recent A1C/blood pressure logs if monitored

Preparing these items in advance will facilitate the examination process. Amherst, RI residents and others should ensure they have these documents ready before attending their medical examination.

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • Without a medical card
  • Face temporary barring
  • Doctor-referred treatment needed
  • FMCSA exceptions for specific conditions
  • Notifying your employer
  • Next steps: fix health issues and retake exam

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Inadequate vision (worse than 20/40), difficulty recognizing traffic signal colors, or significant hearing loss (can't hear a whispered voice at 5 feet).
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Poorly controlled high blood pressure (≥180/110 mmHg), recent cardiac events, or defibrillator without approval.
  • Diabetes: Unmanaged diabetes with frequent low sugar episodes or complications that hinder driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated sleep apnea causing sleepiness, or severe lung disease affecting breathing.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizures unless exempt, conditions causing unplanned unconsciousness, or tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Illegal drug use, alcohol addiction, or medication misuse impairing driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Serious uncontrolled mental illnesses or cognitive decline affecting decision-making and reflexes.

Certain conditions might lead to temporary disqualification needing medical clearance to resume driving. Others, like untreated seizure disorders, are usually deemed permanently disqualifying under FMCSA policy.

References:
- FMCSA Medical Examiner Physical Qualification Standards (§391.41)
- 49 CFR Part 391 - Qualification of Drivers
- Medical Examiner's Handbook
- FMCSA Driver Exemptions

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Frequently Asked Questions

A DOT physical typically includes a review of the driver’s health history and medications, vision screening, hearing assessment, vital signs (blood pressure, pulse), urinalysis (checking specific gravity, protein, glucose), and a full physical examination by a certified medical examiner. Upon passing, a Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT medical card) may be issued for up to 24 months.
You must have a valid DOT medical certificate if you: hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) Class A, B or C for interstate commerce; operate a vehicle over 10,001 lbs GVWR in interstate commerce; transport more than eight passengers (for hire) or over fifteen passengers (not for hire); or transport hazardous materials requiring placarding under DOT regulations.
DOT physicals are offered at test centres in all cities and all states, through Accredited Drug Testing’s nationwide network. You can schedule by calling 1-800-221-4291.
You should bring a government-issued photo ID; glasses or contact lenses and the prescription; a list of medications and dosages; CPAP usage data if applicable; and any specialist clearance letters or physician documentation (for conditions like heart disease, sleep apnea, diabetes) to your DOT physical.
If you fail the DOT physical, you will not receive the medical card; you may be temporarily or permanently disqualified depending on the condition; you will need to address any medical issues (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, untreated sleep apnea, recent myocardial infarction) and then be re-examined.

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