Where can you get a DOT - Department of Transportation medical card?

A DOT medical card, also known as a CDL medical card, can be obtained from a licensed medical professional who is certified by the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME). These professionals include:

1. Licensed Physicians: Many primary care physicians, family doctors, internists, or other licensed physicians with relevant training and NRCME certification can perform DOT physical exams and issue medical cards.

2. Urgent Care Clinics: Some urgent care clinics might have NRCME-certified medical providers on staff who can conduct DOT physicals and provide the certification if you meet all the health requirements.

3. Occupational Health Clinics: If your workplace or company has an occupational health clinic, it's possible that a certified medical examiner may be available to perform DOT physical examinations during working hours.

4. Truck Driving Schools or Training Centers: Certain truck driving schools or training centers that provide CDL training may have partnerships with certified examiners who can assist with DOT medical exams for their students.

5. FMCSA-Certified Medical Examiners: There are medical professionals specifically certified by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), referred to as FMCSA-certified medical examiners. You can search for them in your area using the FMCSA Medical Examiner Search Tool.

Before going for a DOT medical examination, check the requirements set by your local transportation authority. Some states have designated lists of approved or certified medical examiners for DOT physicals, so confirm who can legally perform the examination and issue the medical card in your region.