DOT Physical Exams - Amherst, NE

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With 32 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.

32 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Amherst

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3907 6th Ave

10.17 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3907 6th Ave
Kearney, NE 68845

211 W 33rd St

10.57 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
211 W 33rd St
Kearney, NE 68845

2714 2nd Ave Ste A

10.70 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2714 2nd Ave Ste A
Kearney, NE 68847

10 E 31st St

10.76 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
10 E 31st St
Kearney, NE 68847

2504 Highway 30 E

12.49 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2504 Highway 30 E
Kearney, NE 68847

516 W 14th Ave Ste 100

22.94 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
516 W 14th Ave Ste 100
Holdrege, NE 68949

414 East Ave

23.44 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
414 East Ave
Holdredge, NE 68949

1315 Tribbals St

24.43 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1315 Tribbals St
Holdrege, NE 68949

1201 N Erie St

24.90 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1201 N Erie St
Lexington, NE 68850

727 E 1st St

25.50 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
727 E 1st St
Minden, NE 68959

On-site Only

35.28 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
On-site Only
Wood River, NE 68883

717 Brown St

46.10 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
717 Brown St
Alma, NE 68920

305 Nebraska Ave

46.20 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM & 12:30 PM-2:30 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
305 Nebraska Ave
Arapahoe, NE 68922

145 Memorial Dr Attn Lab

46.29 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
145 Memorial Dr Attn Lab
Broken Bow, NE 68822

720 N Webb Rd

46.53 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
720 N Webb Rd
Grand Island, NE 68803

3016 1 Faidley Avenue

46.53 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3016 1 Faidley Avenue
Grand Island, NE 68803

1934 W 2nd St

46.84 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1934 W 2nd St
Hastings, NE 68901

1106 N Saunders

47.28 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM-4:00 PM • Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1106 N Saunders
Sutton, NE 68979

1021 W 14th St

47.35 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1021 W 14th St
Hastings, NE 68901

425 N Diers Ave Ste 1

47.49 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
425 N Diers Ave Ste 1
Grand Island, NE 68803

1023 W 2nd St

47.61 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1023 W 2nd St
Hastings, NE 68901

910 20th St

47.65 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
910 20th St
Gothenburg, NE 69138

208 S Burlington Ave Ste 108

47.73 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
208 S Burlington Ave Ste 108
Hastings, NE 68901

619 10th St

47.80 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
619 10th St
Gothenburg, NE 69138

235 N Saint Joseph Ave

47.92 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
235 N Saint Joseph Ave
Hastings, NE 68901

606 N Minnesota Ave

48.09 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
606 N Minnesota Ave
Hastings, NE 68901

2620 W Faidley Ave

48.22 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2620 W Faidley Ave
Grand Island, NE 68803

2444 W Faidley Ave

48.37 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2444 W Faidley Ave
Grand Island, NE 68803

715 N Saint Joseph Ave Laboratory

48.57 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: ✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
715 N Saint Joseph Ave Laboratory
Hastings, NE 68901

1406 Q St

48.98 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1406 Q St
Franklin, NE 68939

1300 S Locust St Ste A

49.55 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1300 S Locust St Ste A
Grand Island, NE 68801

205 E Roberts St

49.61 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
205 E Roberts St
Grand Island, NE 68803

Amherst, NE DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

A DOT physical is an all-encompassing health assessment mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators. It confirms that professional drivers possess the physical, mental, and emotional fitness necessary to operate large vehicles safely on public highways. Conducted by a certified medical examiner (CME) listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), passing this exam grants drivers a DOT medical certificate (Medical Examiners Certificate, also known as a DOT medical card), essential for retaining a valid CDL license under FMCSA rules. If adherence to another DOT agency is required, and you need guidance on the appropriate DOT physical, 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 assessment and medication review
  • Vision assessment (corrective lenses acceptable; minimum criteria apply)
  • Hearing assessment (whisper test or audiometry)
  • Blood pressure measurement and pulse check
  • Physical exam (systematic review)
  • Urinalysis (specific gravity, protein, glucose levels)

On successful completion, your Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC) may be issued for up to 24 months; some conditions may demand shorter certification or specialist verification, including in Amherst, GA.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

A valid DOT medical certification (card) is essential if you:

  • Possess 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 over 8 passengers (for hire) or over 15 passengers (not for hire)
  • Convey hazardous materials needing DOT placarding
  • Are employed by companies governed by DOT bodies like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, or USCG for which DOT medical qualification is mandatory in Amherst, CT

What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?

  • Government-issued photo ID from Amherst, IN
  • Glasses/contacts with prescription
  • Medication list with dosages
  • Data on CPAP usage (if applicable)
  • Specialist clearances (cardiology, sleep, diabetes)
  • Recent A1C/blood pressure logs if tracked: Ensure to have these items for your DOT physical exam in Amherst, IN.

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • No Medical card will be issued
  • Temporary disqualification
  • Referral for treatment to your primary care doctor
  • FMCSA exemptions for certain medical conditions
  • Employer Notification
  • Next Steps (address the medical issues and retake the exam)

After addressing any disqualifying medical issues, ensure to have your exam retaken in Amherst, SC for reevaluation.

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Vision worse than 20/40 in each eye (even with correction), difficulty in recognizing traffic signal colors, or hearing deficiency affecting a forced whisper at a 5-foot distance.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Hypertension (≥180/110 mmHg) not under control, recent heart attack or stroke, uncontrolled angina, or a defibrillator implant lacking approval.
  • Diabetes: Poorly managed diabetes with recurrent low blood sugar or complications disrupting safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Concerns: Untreated sleep apnea causing daytime sleepiness, or serious lung disease affecting oxygen levels.
  • Neurological Disorders: Seizure disorders (exceptions allowed), conditions leading to loss of consciousness, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Present illegal drug use, alcohol addiction, or misuse of medications affecting driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe psychiatric disorders not under control (e.g., schizophrenia, recent bipolar episodes) or cognitive decline influencing decision-making and response times.

Some conditions may cause temporary disqualification till medical approval or documentation is provided (e.g., managed blood pressure, diabetes handled well). Others, like untreated seizure disorders or unapproved implanted defibrillators, are typically considered permanently disqualifying under FMCSA standards.

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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.

Customer Reviews

Hassle Free Experience

It was easy to make the arrangements to get to someone in regards to renewing my DOT medical certificate. They took care of everything over the phone which made my experience hassle free. I will definitely be using them again and you should too.

Jim Raymond - 10/18/2024

Fantastic Experience

Fantastic experience from the beginning. Jocelyn was very helpful to me as someone who doesn’t have much experience in needing a test. They were very helpful and walked me through the entire process start to finish. Thank you ADT!

Riley Wilson - 2/18/2025

Super Helpful

Detricia was super helpful in making sure that the drug test is sent my worker for was the right one I needed for my company to be compliant with my customers drug test requirements.

Kevin Howell - 12/19/2024

ADT is truly the best

Where do I start?!! ADT is truly the best!! I had the pleasure of speaking with Tori today! She was excellent, professional and truly went above and beyond in her kind, compassionate care and commitment to providing me with the best service possible. I was in such a time crunch, but I was able to call, order the test, pay for it over the phone and get the test I needed within the hour. Not only did this put my mind at ease, they saved my job!! I am forever grateful for this team of hard workers, that care, with such great work ethics! Thank you from the very bottom of my heart!!! If you need a drug, alcohol, etc… screening, this team will be your lifesavers!!

Sarah Patterson - 4/8/2025

Super helpful

Customer service was surprisingly super helpful and so nice. She was able to get me in at a local location right away the same day. She helped me figure out exactly what I needed. Very impressed.

Brook - 9/19/2024

Fast and efficient service

Fast and efficient service for employers wanting to do pre employment drug screening that meets DOT requirements!!

Mary Thomas - 4/5/2025

Friendly and Knowledgeable

I reached out Accredited Drug Testing/Secure Screenings to partner for my drug testing business (Discovery Diagnostics Columbia SC) and the process was extremely easy. I worked with Sicilia who was amazing. She was friendly & knowledgeable, and answer all of my questions with ease.

Kendra Harley - 3/26/2025

Polite

I ran into a situation because the Guthrie had closed and I had to go to well care and they were right on it. I had no problems when I called to get connected with welcare everything worked out and I didn't even have to wait.they were polite and talked with the receptionist for me once I got them on the phone.

Sayre - 8/19/2024

Pretty Straightforward

It was a pretty straightforward process getting an appointment and making payment. Getting to the testing site was quick. I was in and out in no time.

Sadiat Ogunyemi - 12/19/2024

Fast,easy and efficient

Fast,easy and efficient. They made the whole process stress free and simple. Thanks 😊

Micheal Ankenbrandt - 2/19/2025


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