DOT Physical Exams - Powell, TN

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With 33 testing centers in the Powell 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.

33 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Powell

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980 Highway 28 Ste 100

11.07 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
980 Highway 28 Ste 100
Jasper, TN 37347

1000 Highway 28

12.51 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1000 Highway 28
Jasper, TN 37347

321 Browns Ferry Rd Ste A-3

12.72 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
321 Browns Ferry Rd Ste A-3
Chattanooga, TN 37419

4706 Hixson Pike Ste B

14.03 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
4706 Hixson Pike Ste B
Hixson, TN 37343

4490 Hixson Pike

14.06 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
4490 Hixson Pike
Hixson, TN 37343

1000 Hwy 28

14.11 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1000 Hwy 28
South Pittsburg, TN 37380

1100 E 3rd St Ste G150 Utfp Bldg

14.31 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1100 E 3rd St Ste G150 Utfp Bldg
Chattanooga, TN 37403

600 N Holtzclaw Ave Ste 210,

15.10 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
600 N Holtzclaw Ave Ste 210,
Chattanooga, TN 37404

16931 Rankin Ave

15.23 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
16931 Rankin Ave
Dunlap, TN 37327

5241 Highway 153 Ste 121

15.45 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
5241 Highway 153 Ste 121
Hixson, TN 37343

2205 Mccallie Avenue Ste 310

15.96 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2205 Mccallie Avenue Ste 310
Chattanooga, TN 37404

67 Cates Rd

17.92 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
67 Cates Rd
Dunlap, TN 37327

104 Howard St

17.92 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
104 Howard St
Rossville, GA 30741

118 Howard St

17.93 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
118 Howard St
Rossville, GA 30741

625 E 12th St

17.97 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
625 E 12th St
South Pittsburg, TN 37380

520 E 12th St

18.02 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
520 E 12th St
South Pittsburg, TN 37380

7380 Volkswagen Dr Ste 100

18.23 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
7380 Volkswagen Dr Ste 100
Chattanooga, TN 37416

1301 Mcfarland Ave

18.26 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1301 Mcfarland Ave
Rossville, GA 30741

6101 Enterprise Park Dr

18.33 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6101 Enterprise Park Dr
Chattanooga, TN 37416

5959 Shallowford Rd Ste 413b

18.74 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
5959 Shallowford Rd Ste 413b
Chattanooga, TN 37421

318 State Route 8

18.79 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
318 State Route 8
Dunlap, TN 37327

4230 Ringgold Rd

18.88 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
4230 Ringgold Rd
East Ridge, TN 37412

403 Mcbrien Rd

19.13 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: ✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
403 Mcbrien Rd
East Ridge, TN 37412

6016 Shallowford Rd Ste 200

19.16 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6016 Shallowford Rd Ste 200
Chattanooga, TN 37421

6102 Shallowford Rd Ste 102

19.28 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6102 Shallowford Rd Ste 102
Chattanooga, TN 37421

5779 Brainerd Rd

19.47 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
5779 Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37411

924 Spring Creek Rd

19.62 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
924 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412

961 Spring Creek Rd

19.85 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
961 Spring Creek Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37412

6740 Lee Hwy

20.40 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6740 Lee Hwy
Chattanooga, TN 37421

7155 Lee Hwy Ste 400

20.83 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
7155 Lee Hwy Ste 400
Chattanooga, TN 37421

2021 Hamilton Place Blvd

20.86 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: ✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2021 Hamilton Place Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37421

100 Gross Crescent Cir

21.17 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
100 Gross Crescent Cir
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

6739 Ringgold Rd Ste 4

21.23 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6739 Ringgold Rd Ste 4
Chattanooga, TN 37412

Powell, TN DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

The DOT physical examination is a thorough health evaluation mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination makes sure that drivers are capable physically, mentally, and emotionally of handling large road vehicles. A certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry conducts the test. Successfully passing grants a DOT medical certificate essential for a CDL under FMCSA rules. For guidance on which specific DOT physical you need, 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?

  • Review of health records and medication use
  • Vision check (corrective lenses possible; minimum standards must be met)
  • Hearing test (using whisper or audiometry methods)
  • Blood pressure and pulse measures
  • Overall physical health examination (system review)
  • Urinalysis (to check gravity, protein, glucose levels)

In Powell, WA, upon success, a Medical Examiner's Certificate (MEC) could be valid for up to 24 months. Some health issues might require shorter certification periods or additional specialist input.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

A valid DOT medical certificate is necessary if you:

  • Hold a commercial driver's license (CDL) class A, B, or C for interstate commerce
  • Drive a vehicle with over 10,001 lbs. GVWR in interstate commerce
  • Transport over 8 passengers (for hire) or over 15 passengers (not for hire)
  • Transport hazardous materials needing placarding under DOT regulations
  • Work for employers under DOT agencies such as FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, or USCG where Powell, WV requires DOT medical qualification.

What to bring with you to a DOT Physical?

  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Eyewear & prescription in Powell, AR
  • Medications & dosages list
  • CPAP usage data, if necessary
  • Specialist clearances (heart health, sleep disorders, diabetes, etc.)
  • Latest A1C/blood pressure logs if monitored

What happens if I fail a DOT Physical?

  • No issuance of Medical card
  • Temporary disqualification status
  • Recommendation to consult your primary healthcare provider
  • Possibility for FMCSA exemptions for specific health conditions
  • Notification to employer about your medical status
  • Follow-up actions involve addressing medical concerns and taking the exam again

Powell, UT regulations may also apply to your circumstances, affecting your path to requalification.

What Will Fail a DOT Physical?

Medical Conditions That Can Fail a DOT Physical

  • Vision & Hearing: Vision worse than 20/40 in each eye (with correction), inability to distinguish traffic signal colors, or hearing loss that prevents hearing a forced whisper at 5 feet.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Uncontrolled hypertension (≥180/110 mmHg), recent heart attack, stroke, uncontrolled angina, or an implanted defibrillator without clearance.
  • Diabetes: Uncontrolled diabetes with frequent low blood sugar episodes or complications (neuropathy, vision impairment) that interfere with safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated obstructive sleep apnea causing daytime drowsiness, or severe lung disease impairing oxygenation.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizure disorders (unless exempted), conditions causing sudden loss of consciousness, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Current use of illegal drugs, alcohol dependence, or misuse of prescription medications that impair driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe uncontrolled psychiatric illness (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder with recent episodes) or cognitive impairment affecting judgment and reaction time.

Temporary vs. Permanent Disqualification: Some issues may only temporarily disqualify you until you provide medical clearance or documentation (e.g., controlled blood pressure, diabetes management). Others, such as untreated seizure disorders or implanted defibrillators, are generally considered permanently disqualifying under FMCSA rules.

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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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