A DOT physical is an FMCSA-required medical examination for commercial drivers, performed by a medical examiner listed on the National Registry. It checks vision, hearing, blood pressure and overall fitness to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely. Urgentology Care offers DOT physicals in Arlington and Colleyville to help drivers complete or renew their medical certification without unnecessary time away from work.
Both Urgentology Care clinics are open Saturday and Sunday, helping commercial drivers schedule medical evaluations without taking time off during the workweek. Call ahead to confirm DOT-certified examiner availability.
Our DOT physical examinations include the medical assessments required to evaluate commercial driver fitness. A certified medical examiner reviews your health information and determines whether you meet the applicable FMCSA medical qualification standards.
Drivers who meet FMCSA medical qualification standards may receive a medical examiner's certificate valid for up to 24 months. The certified examiner determines the appropriate certification period.
Elevated blood pressure or hypertension requiring monitoring may result in a shorter certification period. Depending on the findings, the examiner may recommend treatment, follow-up or additional evaluation.
Conditions such as sleep apnea, diabetes or certain heart problems may require additional medical records, follow-up or a shorter medical certification period.
If you have sleep apnea, diabetes or a heart condition, bring recent specialist reports, treatment information and medication details. These documents can help the examiner assess your eligibility.
For life-threatening symptoms such as severe difficulty breathing, throat swelling, chest pain, signs of stroke, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Find answers about DOT medical examinations, blood pressure requirements, diabetes, certification periods and weekend appointments in Arlington and Colleyville.
A DOT physical at Urgentology Care usually takes under an hour, including the health history, vision and hearing tests, urine screening and physical examination. Completing your driver health history beforehand may help make your Arlington or Colleyville visit more efficient. Additional medical documentation or evaluation may take longer.
Under FMCSA guidance, a blood pressure reading below 140/90 may support certification for up to 24 months if you otherwise qualify. Higher readings or hypertension requiring treatment may result in a shorter certification period or additional evaluation. Your certified medical examiner makes the final determination.
Yes, some drivers with diabetes can meet FMCSA medical qualification standards. The examiner reviews how the condition is managed and whether it affects driving safety. Bring recent medical records and a medication list. If you use insulin, you may also need a completed MCSA-5870 assessment from your treating clinician.
Both Urgentology Care clinics in Arlington and Colleyville are listed as open from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. Call ahead to confirm current hours and the availability of a certified DOT medical examiner before visiting.
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