DOT Physical Exams - Pelham, AL

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30 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Pelham

3143 Pelham Pkwy Ste 1000.17 miles

3143 Pelham Pkwy Ste 100
Pelham, AL 35124

2970 Pelham Pkwy0.82 miles

2970 Pelham Pkwy
Pelham, AL 35124

120 Colonial Promenade Pkwy3.85 miles

120 Colonial Promenade Pkwy
Alabaster, AL 35007

2500 Southlake Park5.58 miles

2500 Southlake Park
Hoover, AL 35244

2146 Centennial Dr6.66 miles

2146 Centennial Dr
Hoover, AL 35216

1678 Montgomery Hwy Ste 1047.30 miles

1678 Montgomery Hwy Ste 104
Birmingham, AL 35216

1680 Montgomery Hwy7.46 miles

1680 Montgomery Hwy
Hoover, AL 35216

3321 Lorna Rd Ste 67.53 miles

3321 Lorna Rd Ste 6
Birmingham, AL 35216

5569 Grove Blvd Ste 1218.11 miles

5569 Grove Blvd Ste 121
Hoover, AL 35226

Via Nicolo De Conti 38.90 miles

Via Nicolo De Conti 3
Monselice, KS 35043

1360 Montgomery Hwy Ste 1149.80 miles

1360 Montgomery Hwy Ste 114
Vestavia, AL 35216

151 Narrows Pkwy Ste 1109.88 miles

151 Narrows Pkwy Ste 110
Birmingham, AL 35242

153 Narrows Pkwy Ste 20210.25 miles

153 Narrows Pkwy Ste 202
Birmingham, AL 35242

245 Supercenter Dr10.28 miles

245 Supercenter Dr
Calera, AL 35040

110 Oxmoor Ct10.88 miles

110 Oxmoor Ct
Birmingham, AL 35209

4810 Bell Hill Rd11.20 miles

4810 Bell Hill Rd
Bessemer, AL 35022

4917 Promenade Pkwy Ste 10711.24 miles

4917 Promenade Pkwy Ste 107
Bessemer, AL 35022

1 W Lakeshore Dr Ste 30111.37 miles

1 W Lakeshore Dr Ste 301
Birmingham, AL 35209

4760 Eastern Valley Rd Ste 10211.42 miles

4760 Eastern Valley Rd Ste 102
Mc Calla, AL 35111

200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 10011.71 miles

200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 100
Vestavia, AL 35216

5410 Highway 280 Ste 10011.77 miles

5410 Highway 280 Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35242

919 Medical Center Dr11.91 miles

919 Medical Center Dr
Bessemer, AL 35022

709 Memorial Dr11.92 miles

709 Memorial Dr
Bessemer, AL 35022

995 9th Ave Sw12.10 miles

995 9th Ave Sw
Bessemer, AL 35022

2018 Brookwood Medical Center Dr Ste G212.37 miles

2018 Brookwood Medical Center Dr Ste G2
Birmingham, AL 35209

513 Brookwood Blvd, Suite 506, Brookwood Medical Plaza12.47 miles

513 Brookwood Blvd, Suite 506, Brookwood Medical Plaza
Birmingham, AL 35209

101 Missionary Rdg Ste 10012.49 miles

101 Missionary Rdg Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35242

1305 10th Ave Ste E12.83 miles

1305 10th Ave Ste E
Calera, AL 35040

2757 Green Springs Hwy12.83 miles

2757 Green Springs Hwy
Birmingham, AL 35209

11206 Highway 2513.17 miles

11206 Highway 25
Calera, AL 35040

Pelham, AL DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

DOT medical exams are thorough health evaluations mandated by the Department of Transportation for every commercial motor vehicle operator. These assessments ensure drivers are adequately fit physically, emotionally, and mentally to drive large vehicles safely on the roads. A licensed medical professional from the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners must carry out this exam. Upon passing, drivers obtain a DOT medical certificate, essential for keeping a CDL valid following FMCSA guidelines. For questions about which DOT exam is necessary for your specific DOT agency, contact 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?

  • 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. Pelham, NV regulations must also be considered.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

Having a valid DOT medical card is crucial if:

  • You possess a commercial driver's license (CDL) of class A, B, or C suitable for interstate commerce.
  • Your vehicle's GVWR exceeds 10,001 lbs and you conduct interstate business.
  • You transport more than 8 fare-paying passengers or above 15 if not taking any fare.
  • You move hazardous materials needing DOT-required placarding.
  • You are employed under any DOT-agency jurisdiction like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, or USCG requiring medical qualifications, operational in Pelham, OK.

What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?

  • Government-issued photo identification
  • Eyeglasses/contact lenses & prescription
  • Medication list & dosages
  • CPAP use records (if applicable)
  • Specialist medical clearances (cardiology, sleep apnea, diabetes, etc.)
  • Recent A1C/blood pressure records if under monitoring. Pelham, NJ.

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • No issuance of Medical card
  • Temporary disqualification activated
  • Doctor referral for healthcare
  • FMCSA exemptions applicable for some medical conditions
  • Informing employer
  • Subsequent actions: address health concerns and retry exam. Pelham, NJ.

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Visual acuity worse than 20/40 in each eye (with correction), inability to recognize traffic light colors, or hearing loss preventing understanding of a whisper at 5 feet.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Hypertension uncontrolled (≥180/110 mmHg), recent heart event, stroke, uncontrolled angina, or defibrillator without clearance.
  • Diabetes: Diabetes not managed properly with frequent hypoglycemia or complications affecting safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated sleep apnea causing daytime sleepiness or severe lung disease impairing oxygen intake.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizures, or conditions with sudden consciousness loss, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors without exemptions.
  • Substance Abuse: Current illicit drug use, alcohol dependency, or prescription misuse affecting driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Serious untreated psychiatric conditions or cognitive problems impacting decision-making and reaction time.

Temporary vs. Permanent Disqualification: Some conditions may cause temporary disqualification until medical clearance (e.g., controlled blood pressure). Others, like untreated seizures or defibrillators, are generally permanently disqualifying under FMCSA.

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