DOT Physical Exams - Alachua, FL

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With 30 testing centers in the Alachua 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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30 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Alachua

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720 Sw 2nd Ave Ste 160a

0.43 mi
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720 Sw 2nd Ave Ste 160a
Gainesville, FL 32601
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825 Northwest 23rd Ave., Unit 2

1.56 mi
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825 Northwest 23rd Ave., Unit 2
Gainesville, FL 32609
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4881 Nw 8th Ave Ste 2a

4.44 mi
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4881 Nw 8th Ave Ste 2a
Gainesville, FL 32605
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4343 W Newberry Rd Ste 10

4.60 mi
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4343 W Newberry Rd Ste 10
Gainesville, FL 32607
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3925 Nw 43rd St

4.68 mi
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3925 Nw 43rd St
Gainesville, FL 32606
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812 Nw 57th St

4.78 mi
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812 Nw 57th St
Gainesville, FL 32605
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6121 Nw 1st Pl

4.99 mi
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6121 Nw 1st Pl
Gainesville, FL 32607
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1131 Nw 64th Ter Ste A

5.23 mi
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1131 Nw 64th Ter Ste A
Gainesville, FL 32605
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3581 Sw Archer Rd Units 30 And 40

6.25 mi
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3581 Sw Archer Rd Units 30 And 40
Gainesville, FL 32608
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14819 Nw 140th St

13.96 mi
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14819 Nw 140th St
Alachua, FL 32615
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14417 Nw 152nd Ln

14.61 mi
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14417 Nw 152nd Ln
Alachua, FL 32615
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420 Ne Santa Fe Blvd

20.01 mi
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420 Ne Santa Fe Blvd
High Springs, FL 32643
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1550 S Water St

22.55 mi
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1550 S Water St
Starke, FL 32091
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345 W Madison St

23.89 mi
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345 W Madison St
Starke, FL 32091
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850 E Main St Attn Lab

26.73 mi
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850 E Main St Attn Lab
Lake Butler, FL 32054
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128 Nw 137th Dr

30.49 mi
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128 Nw 137th Dr
Newberry, FL 32669
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1113 Nw 23rd Ave

34.06 mi
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1113 Nw 23rd Ave
Chiefland, FL 32626
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1109 Sw 10th St

34.33 mi
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1109 Sw 10th St
Ocala, FL 34471
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3470 Nw 57th Trl

34.56 mi
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3470 Nw 57th Trl
Bell, FL 32619
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31 Sw 12th St

34.69 mi
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31 Sw 12th St
Ocala, FL 34471
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1834 Sw 1st Ave Ste 201

35.17 mi
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1834 Sw 1st Ave Ste 201
Ocala, FL 34471
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2415 Sw College Rd

35.18 mi
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2415 Sw College Rd
Ocala, FL 34471
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1015 Se 17th St Ste 200

35.23 mi
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1015 Se 17th St Ste 200
Ocala, FL 34471
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2685 Sw 32nd Place,

35.49 mi
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2685 Sw 32nd Place,
Ocala, FL 34471
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2100 Se 17th St Ste 902

35.67 mi
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2100 Se 17th St Ste 902
Ocala, FL 34471
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8602 Sw State Road 200, 103rd Street Plaza, Suite J

36.42 mi
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8602 Sw State Road 200, 103rd Street Plaza, Suite J
Ocala, FL 34481
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6160 Sw Highway 200

37.69 mi
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6160 Sw Highway 200
Ocala, FL 34476
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205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 201

37.91 mi
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205 Zeagler Dr, Suite 201
Palatka, FL 32177
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6500 Crill Ave

38.27 mi
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6500 Crill Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
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6101 Crill Ave

38.33 mi
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6101 Crill Ave
Palatka, FL 32177
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Alachua, FL DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

The DOT physical is an in-depth health screening mandated by the U.S. Department of Transportation for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. This test is essential to ensure that drivers are fit physically, mentally, and emotionally to handle large vehicles safely on the highways. A certified medical examiner (CME) from the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) conducts the assessment. Successfully passing the exam results in obtaining a DOT medical certificate, also known as a Medical Examiners Certificate or DOT medical card, necessary for keeping a CDL license valid under FMCSA rules. If you are subject to other DOT regulations and need help understanding the specific exam required, you can 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 in Alachua, KS.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

You must hold a valid DOT medical certificate (card) if you:

  • Have a commercial driver's license (CDL) - class A, B, or C for interstate commerce
  • Drive a vehicle weighing over 10,001 lbs. GVWR in interstate commerce
  • Transport over 8 passengers (for hire) or over 15 passengers (not for hire)
  • Move hazardous materials needing placarding as per DOT regulations
  • Work for DOT-regulated employers like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, or USCG needing DOT medical qualification in Alachua, AR

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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. Alachua, NJ.

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • Denial of Medical card issuance
  • Imposition of short-term disqualification
  • Recommendations for primary care consultation
  • FMCSA can provide certain medical conditional exemptions
  • Your employer receives notice regarding status
  • It is essential to voice the medical challenges, seek remedies, and take the exam again, especially within Alachua, OK.

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Vision poorer than 20/40 in each eye even with correction, inability to differentiate traffic light colors, or hearing deficiency preventing detection of a forced whisper from 5 feet away.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Unmanaged hypertension (≥180/110 mmHg), recent myocardial infarction or stroke, uncontrolled angina, or having an unapproved defibrillator.
  • Diabetes: Uncontrolled diabetes with recurrent hypoglycemia or issues like neuropathy that hinder safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated sleep apnea causing daytime drowsiness, or serious lung diseases affecting breathing.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy (unless certified), conditions causing fainting or tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Ongoing illegal drug use, alcohol dependence, or misuse of prescriptions affecting driving ability.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe uncontrollable mental illnesses or cognitive disorders impacting judgment and response time.

Conditions can temporarily disqualify until medical clearance (e.g., regulated blood pressure), whereas others, like untreated seizures, may be permanent disqualifications under FMCSA rules.

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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