DOT Physical Exams - Santa Monica, TX

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With 30 testing centers in the Santa Monica 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.

30 DOT Drug-Testing Centers in Santa Monica

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216 N Ed Carey Dr Ste 1

9.31 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
216 N Ed Carey Dr Ste 1
Harlingen, TX 78550

721 W Harrison Ave

14.27 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
721 W Harrison Ave
Harlingen, TX 78550

336 S 8th St

14.40 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
336 S 8th St
Raymondville, TX 78580

1901 Bell St Ste B

14.43 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1901 Bell St Ste B
Harlingen, TX 78550

5505 S Expressway 77 Ste 103

14.44 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
5505 S Expressway 77 Ste 103
Harlingen, TX 78550

165 S 6th St

14.56 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
165 S 6th St
Raymondville, TX 78580

1402 S M St Ste 3

15.14 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1402 S M St Ste 3
Harlingen, TX 78550

512 Victoria Ln Ste 7

15.28 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
512 Victoria Ln Ste 7
Harlingen, TX 78550

1214 Dixieland Rd Ste 8

15.49 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1214 Dixieland Rd Ste 8
Harlingen, TX 78552

1214 Dixieland Rd Ste 8

15.49 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1214 Dixieland Rd Ste 8
Harlingen, TX 78552

351 N Sam Houston Blvd

16.29 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
351 N Sam Houston Blvd
San Benito, TX 78586

7701 Yvette Cir Ste 2

25.00 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
7701 Yvette Cir Ste 2
Mercedes, TX 78570

1601 E Alton Gloor Blvd Ste 109

27.43 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1601 E Alton Gloor Blvd Ste 109
Brownsville, TX 78526

1200 State Highway 100 Ste 5

27.63 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1200 State Highway 100 Ste 5
Port Isabel, TX 78578

300 Lorenaly Dr Ste C

27.67 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
300 Lorenaly Dr Ste C
Brownsville, TX 78526

624 N Tio Ave Ste B

28.18 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
624 N Tio Ave Ste B
Weslaco, TX 78596

1710 E 8th St

28.33 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1710 E 8th St
Weslaco, TX 78596

1221 East 10th St, Suite 101-a

28.37 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1221 East 10th St, Suite 101-a
Weslaco, TX 78596

1102 S Airport Bldg 2

28.48 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1102 S Airport Bldg 2
Weslaco, TX 78596

2602 W Expressway 83 Ste 2

28.92 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2602 W Expressway 83 Ste 2
Weslaco, TX 78596

1210 W Expressway 83 Ste B

28.92 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1210 W Expressway 83 Ste B
Weslaco, TX 78596

2031 E Price Rd Ste C

30.37 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2031 E Price Rd Ste C
Brownsville, TX 78521

1755 W Price Rd

30.38 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: ✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1755 W Price Rd
Brownsville, TX 78520

425 E Los Ebanos Blvd Ste 100-104

30.39 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
425 E Los Ebanos Blvd Ste 100-104
Brownsville, TX 78520

500 Paredes Line Rd Ste 6

30.76 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
500 Paredes Line Rd Ste 6
Brownsville, TX 78521

3808 Padre Blvd

31.19 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3808 Padre Blvd
South Padre Island, TX 78597

864 Central Blvd Ste 900

31.36 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
864 Central Blvd Ste 900
Brownsville, TX 78520

2952 Boca Chica Blvd

31.62 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2952 Boca Chica Blvd
Brownsville, TX 78521

3302 Boca Chica Blvd Ste 109

31.70 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3302 Boca Chica Blvd Ste 109
Brownsville, TX 78521

1100 N Expressway # 83 Ste 3

33.68 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1100 N Expressway # 83 Ste 3
Brownsville, TX 78521

Santa Monica, TX DOT Physical - What You Need to Know

A DOT physical is a thorough medical checkup mandated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for all commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination verifies that professional drivers are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of safely operating large vehicles on public roads. 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 to maintain a valid CDL license under FMCSA guidelines. For assistance in determining which DOT physical applies to you, especially if regulated by a different DOT agency, call 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. Santa Monica, RI drivers should be aware of this process as it applies to all states.

Who needs a DOT Physical?

You should have an active DOT medical certificate if you:

  • Possess a commercial driver's license (CDL) of class A, B, or C for interstate commerce
  • Drive vehicles exceeding 10,001 lbs. GVWR in interstate commerce
  • Carry more than 8 passengers (for hire) or more than 15 passengers (non-hire)
  • Convey hazardous materials needing placarding as per DOT guidelines
  • Work for employers overseen by DOT bodies like FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, or USCG where DOT medical qualification is essential. This applies in Santa Monica, DC.

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

Ensure you have these ready in Santa Monica, WI.

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: Poor vision worse than 20/40 in each eye (with correction), inability to differentiate traffic signal colors, or hearing loss that restricts hearing a whisper at 5 feet.
  • Blood Pressure & Heart Disease: Unmanaged hypertension (>=180/110 mmHg), recent heart attack, stroke, uncontrolled chest pain, or a defibrillator without approval.
  • Diabetes: Poorly managed diabetes with frequent hypoglycemia or complications (neuropathy, eyesight issues) affecting safe driving.
  • Sleep Apnea & Respiratory Issues: Untreated obstructive sleep apnea causing daytime fatigue, or severe lung disease inhibiting oxygen exchange.
  • Neurological Disorders: Epilepsy/seizure disorders (unless exempted), conditions leading to sudden consciousness loss, dizziness, or uncontrolled tremors.
  • Substance Abuse: Current use of illegal substances, alcohol dependency, or misuse of prescribed drugs impairing driving.
  • Psychiatric & Cognitive Disorders: Severe uncontrolled mental illnesses (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder with recent incidents) or cognitive difficulties affecting decision-making and reaction speed.

Temporary vs. Permanent Disqualification

Certain problems may temporarily disqualify you until you provide medical clearance (e.g., controlled high blood pressure, diabetes management). Others, such as untreated seizures or implanted defibrillators, are often considered permanently disqualifying based on 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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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

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.

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Super Easy to Schedule

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Mandy Ryan - 12/14/2024

Great experience

Great experience and great lab. Customer service agent was very helpful.

Jenna Bee - 2/19/2025

Excellant Performance

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