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DOT Physical Exam in Clearwater, FL

Get Your commercial driver's license with convenient and affordable DOT physicals at One Medical Center.

DOT Physicals at Your Convenient Urgent Care Near You

The Department of Transportation mandates that all holders of commercial driver's licenses undergo routine physicals. Officially, these tests are known as Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examinations. A DOT medical certificate is a must if you are operating a vehicle for interstate commerce and meet the requirements.

At One Medical Center, we conduct DOT physicals for commercial drivers in Clearwater, FL, easily accessible with a great parking facility. We offer all services under one roof to avoid delays in the treatment. A DOT physical appointment at One Medical Center will take around 45 minutes, depending upon the current health status of the driver.

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Why Do You Need a DOT Physical?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) mandates DOT physicals for public safety. The goal of a DOT physical is to confirm that drivers operating commercial motor vehicles are in good physical, mental, and emotional health.

Generally, the stipulations suggest that DOT Physicals are needed by drivers who:

Transport hazardous chemicals, which requires their vehicle to show a hazmat placard

Operate vehicles with a capacity greater than 15 people

Drive automobiles with a gross combined weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds

Things to Consider Before Your Visit

A DOT physical will require you to bring the following things:

A valid driving license

Contact lenses, glasses, and hearing aids, if needed.

List of current medications

Medical History Review: Latest medication reports that contain information on your pacemaker, CABG, and the findings of your EKG, stress test, or echocardiography, and more (if any).

Sleep Disorders: Three months record of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP).

A DOT physical also stipulates that you must abstain from caffeine and smoking before the physical.

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The DOT Physical Exam: What Can You Expect?

Physical Examination

Your mouth, throat, and lungs will be examined for breathing or swallowing problems. We will also review your abdomen for any strange tumors or hernias.

Urinalysis

Your urine will be examined to identify diabetes, dehydration, or any kidney-related problems and hernia existence to learn the underlying illness.

Hearing

Your hearing test is conducted to examine whether you can hear a harsh whisper in your best ear from a distance of at least 5 feet, with or without a hearing aid.

Vision

Your vision test is conducted to measure your vision understanding, whether you have 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without spectacles, and a field of vision of at least 70 degrees in each eye.

Blood Pressure

Your blood pressure and pulse will be examined for excessive blood pressure and irregular heartbeats.

How Long Do Dot Physicals Take?

An average DOT test lasts 30 to 45 minutes. This includes filling out the paperwork, going to the doctor for a consultation, and getting your certificate.


Additional tests or documentation may be needed y depending on your unique medical condition.

How Often Do You Need to Undergo DOT Physical?

A DOT physical exam has a 24-month maximum validity period for drivers under 65 and 12 months for drivers over 65. However, commercial drivers must maintain good physical health to ensure their safety and others on the road.

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Get a DOT Physical with One Medical Center

At One Medical Center, we have certified examiners who help prepare accurate and complete forms and medical cards by FMCSA regulations. You can schedule your DOT physical with minimal advanced notice, visit our center or call us at (727) 591-9010.

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