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Why Choose Us For Your DOT Medical Exam

At Fast CDL Medical, we specialise in providing Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exams for commercial drivers throughout New York City. Our certified medical team ensures you receive your DOT medical card promptly—often on the same day—so you can stay compliant and on the road.

What Is a DOT Physical?

A DOT physical is a federally mandated health examination required for commercial drivers to ensure they can safely operate a commercial motor vehicle. It’s essential for obtaining or renewing your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and securing your DOT medical card.

What to Expect in Your DOT Physical

Our FMCSA-certified medical examiners provide a complete health check to ensure you’re safe to drive. Here’s what to expect:

Health History Review

We’ll go over your medical background, current medications, and any ongoing conditions.

Vital Signs Check

Includes your blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing—key indicators of your fitness to drive.

Vision and Hearing Tests

We check visual acuity, peripheral vision, colour recognition, and hearing ability (including the whisper test).

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Physical Exam

A head-to-toe check of your reflexes, joint movement, and overall physical condition.

Urine Test

Screens for potential health issues like diabetes or kidney problems (not a drug test).

The full exam takes around 30 minutes, and you’ll get your DOT Medical Card on the same day.

📍Conveniently located near subway and public transportation. Walk-ins welcome.
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Driving Intrastate? Here’s What You Need to Know

If you drive within a single state (intrastate), your medical certification is regulated by your state’s DMV—not the FMCSA. Most states follow federal physical qualification guidelines, but they may offer waivers for certain medical conditions.

  • Some companies—like FedEx, UPS, and DHL—follow interstate regulations, even if their drivers only operate within state lines. Always check with your employer to confirm which rules apply to you.
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Who Needs a DOT Medical Card in New York?

If you’re a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) driver operating in interstate commerce, federal law requires you to hold a valid DOT Medical Certificate, based on FMCSA regulations.

You’ll need one if any of the following apply:

  • You drive a vehicle with a gross weight or combined weight (GVWR, GCWR, or GCW) of 10,001 pounds or more.
  • You transport hazardous materials in a quantity that requires placards.
  • You drive a vehicle designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver.
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What to Bring

To ensure a smooth and efficient visit, please bring:

  • Valid Photo ID
  • Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses: If you require them for vision correction
  • List of Current Medications: Including dosages and prescribing doctors
  • Hearing Aids: If applicable
  • A waiting room with wooden floors, white walls, and several chairs. A blue reception desk with a clear barrier is in the background, displaying DOT Medical Card NYC signs and office supplies under fluorescent ceiling lights. DOT Medical Card NYC at Fast CDL Medical
  • A doctor wearing a white coat and stethoscope sits at a desk in a medical office, ready to provide fast CDL medical exams. Framed certificates line the blue wall behind him, with a sink and soap dispenser on the countertop to his left. DOT Medical Card NYC at Fast CDL Medical
  • A small medical exam room designed for a DOT Medical Exam, featuring a green and beige exam table, white chair, sink with countertop, medical supplies, wall-mounted eye chart, and digital blood pressure monitor on a stand. DOT Medical Card NYC at Fast CDL Medical
  • A small medical examination room for DOT Medical Exams with an exam table, two chairs, a medical monitor, a red biohazard waste bin, and a framed picture on a light blue wall. The floor is light wood, and the room appears clean and tidy. DOT Medical Card NYC at Fast CDL Medical

What to Bring

To ensure a smooth and efficient visit, please bring:

  • Valid Photo ID
  • Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses: If you require them for vision correction
  • List of Current Medications: Including dosages and prescribing doctors
  • Hearing Aids: If applicable

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Frequently Asked Questions – DOT Medical Card NYC

A DOT medical card is proof that you’ve passed a physical exam required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). If you drive a commercial vehicle in New York or across state lines, you likely need this card to stay compliant and on the road.

Most exams take about 30 minutes. If everything checks out, you’ll get your DOT medical certificate the same day—no waiting, no stress.

No—a drug test is not part of the standard DOT physical.

Bring:

  • Any medical documents, like sleep apnea treatment or heart condition clearance letters
  • A valid photo ID
  • Any medications you’re taking
  • Your eyeglasses or hearing aids (if needed)

The exam covers:

  • Physical exam (reflexes, strength, flexibility)
  • Health history review
  • Blood pressure & pulse check
  • Vision & hearing tests
  • Urine test (no drug testing)

In most cases, your card is valid for up to 2 years.

Right here at Fast CDL Medical! We offer same-day appointments, walk-ins welcome, and fast, FMCSA-certified exams provided by certified medical examiner. We’re open 365 days.

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