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Getting A DOT Medical Card Near Me In Missouri

Have you ever wondered if you could be a commercial truck driver? They are challenging jobs but essential to our economy and way of life. Commercial driver’s license (CDL) drivers keep our stores stocked and carry hazardous materials, like gasoline, to power our cars, lawnmowers, and more. 

Commercial truck drivers have a few hoops to jump through before they can operate a commercial motor vehicle. The requirements aren’t arbitrary, though they may seem like a hassle. Due to the size and weight of the vehicle, certain precautions are necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. In addition to a CDL license, commercial operators need a DOT medical card. So, what is the card, how long is it good for, and where do you get one? Keep reading to learn more.

What Is A DOT Medical Card?

Commercial vehicles transport cargo or passengers. They are usually larger and more challenging to maneuver than private passenger vehicles. For driver safety and the well-being of the surrounding neighborhoods, the DOT has set a minimum standard that CDL drivers must meet before driving a commercial vehicle. The DOT requires a trucker to be fit enough to do their job responsibly and well.

To make sure that truck drivers meet that standard, they must have a DOT medical exam (sometimes called a DOT physical) every two years. The medical card shows they passed that exam.

How Do I Get A DOT Medical Card Near Me In Missouri?

You can search “DOT physician near me” or use our handy locator tool on this page. Team CME has created an extensive network of DOT physical exam locations throughout the country, including in Missouri. Having a clinic nearby lets you get in, get out, and get qualified to work quickly.

What Should I Expect At My DOT Exam in Missouri?

The physical exam screens CDL drivers for conditions that could interfere with driving, such as diminished hearing, failing eyesight, untreated sleep disorders, cardiovascular disease, etc.

A urinalysis is obtained as part of the CDL medical exam. This measures the levels of protien, blood, and sugar in your urine. A drug test is not part of the physical exam. However, CDL drivers may undergo drug testing in the following circumstances:

  • At the original DOT Exam when applying for work (pre-employment)
  • As part of the DOT-mandated random drug testing protocol
  • After accidents or injuries to prove you were sober at the time of the incident
  • If you give your employer reason to suspect you’re using on the job

    If you fail the test or refuse to take it, you cannot return to work until you’ve completed a substance abuse program (SAP) and then obtain a new DOT medical card.

     

    What Do I Do To Prepare?

    1. Arrive 10 – 15 minutes early to fill out paperwork.
    2. Bring glasses, hearing aids, and other devices that help you function.
    3. Bring your medical records and be prepared to discuss any ongoing health issues. Your DOT Medical Examiner can create a treatment plan tailored to your needs and help you manage your condition(s) so that you can drive safely.
    4. Bring your driver’s license or other form of photo ID.