No problem!

You got it. Glad you passed 😀

To get your heart rate elevated a bit.

Thanks!

Our pleasure!

Glad it was helpful!

Welcome!

You bet

Definitely no standard yet about age of the driver yet. Thanks for sharing your experience!

This is all we do for a relatively healthy person. We can’t speak for other doctors.

Thank you! Cheers!

appreciate that buddy!

We would be able to tell if blood sugars are not under control via the urinalysis (sugar in the urine). We would not be asking for blood so we wouldn't know you are diabetic if numbers are controlled. Of course my recommendation has to be to disclose all pertinent medical information on your intake paperwork.

I would allow that. Can’t say if all examiners would though.

Thanks so much. In our office the standard would be that if it is safe for you to drive and you are able to perform the duties of a commercial driver then you should pass.

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It depends on the medication and the effects the medication has on you. If your medication makes you tired it can be disqualifying (even if it's legally prescribed). The FMSCA says anything that will make you lose consciousness or cause you to fall asleep is disqualifying. Suboxone if legally prescribed isn't disqualifying but methadone is because of the medication side effects of causing loss of consciousness and hallucinations. Neurontin isn't disqualifying when prescribed legally but it's always good to have a doctor's note saying the patient is tolerating the medications.

not automatic. Thanks for watching!

The intake paperwork specifically asks about seizures. This is how we would know.

Epilepsy is disqualifying. People lie on the FMCSA form. It's not ethical or legal to do so. It's possible for someone to have a disqualifying issue and lie on the paperwork about having it. All the medical examiner can do is to read your paperwork fully and go from there. If you are lying on the paperwork and get caught, it could result in extreme federal legal consequences for the driver. We medical examiners strongly oppose anyone lying on their medical FMCSA paperwork. The answers on the form are "yes" "no" and "not sure". Any question answered "not sure" should cause the medical examiner to ask further questions for clarification, ask for medical supportive paperwork or even further medical testing. The medical examiner should spend time writing down why the patient is unsure about that particular medical condition. It's not uncommon for medical examiners to ask for drug testing, alcohol testing (especially if the patient is drunk or smells like alcohol when they come in for their test), or blood tests.

nice

I got the same question

It can be done either way

Sounds good!

I will. Thanks for the suggestion!

welcome!

Do they cup your testicles and make you cough during this test ?

@@manegrindshard 😂 on my second physical, yes. But I’ve had 5. The other times, no

Hi Rosie! It is an Ergostyle table. Thanks for watching and good luck!

@@EasyDOTPhysicals …do you mind sharing where you bought it from and also the model please ?? Thanks again

@@rosiesandhu6761 did you ever open up?

where can I go 4 my m.c.

In our clinic you can do it either way. Always best to walk in with the exemption if you can however.

If the examiner thinks it is safe for you to drive then you should pass. They will ask about mental health.

In our office we would need to think that you could drive safely. It would depend on the testing.

History wouldn’t disqualify you but depending on what the doctor sees you may need a special performance evaluation before passing

@@EasyDOTPhysicals Thank you 🙏🏽

Medical examiners care about your physical ability to perform the job. FMSCA mandates this examination as a fit-to-drive exam. Is the person able to drive? If you are having issues with the shoulder and are having trouble driving a truck, then getting s SPE is the only way to get you back to work. It takes quite months to get the SPE done. So don't be in a hurry. Once it is and you have all the paperwork bring it in to the medical examiner and they can pass you for at least a year.

@@JC.SpdRcr5 🙏🏽

20/40 is the standard. In the example I was standing 6 feet from the driver.

This is up to the dr. doing the exam. In my office I would need to feel that you can safely drive. If not i would send you for a skill performance evaluation. You may want to look up this option.

that is not an automatic disqualifier

We would accept a letter from your cardiologist stating that it is safe to drive with your condition. You may want to check with the clinic however as they may have a slightly different requirement.

Hey Patrick did you have any problems getting a medical card?

you still have the urine test. it is a test for kidney function and diabetes not drugs.

Ok thanks doc you the man 💪🏽

@@orlandowilliams5309 how did that test go for you? im gonna schedule mine this week

@@EasyDOTPhysicals what if you do have thc in your system will that stop you from getting your med card?

@@leelei978 Yes, even if prescribed. Call them directly to confirm

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Yes, you can wear glasses

6 feet for the pocket size

Yes, you will need to bring a new letter. The medical examiner can't take your word for it that nothing has changed.

Thanks! Blood in urine may cause further testing to be required. I have a video on this

@@EasyDOTPhysicals thanks but I’m asking what do they look for when testing your blood and testing your urine?

@@EasyDOTPhysicals what do they look for when testing your blood? What do they look for when testing your urine? Thanks for replying

If a driver doesn’t pass the whisper test they can still pass this exam with specialized hearing testing. The whisper test just makes it easier on the driver by not making them automatically jump through this hoop.

the standard is 20/40 period

@@EasyDOTPhysicals got it. I’m not sure why they empathize at 20ft then. Because it’s much easier to have a little chart like you do as oppose to having a patient in a hallway 20ft from the chart trying to test while other patients are walking by and noises going on.

How long did it take? I have one right before another appointment and I'm hoping to squeeze them in to finish them early in the day

@@daurysp like.... 20 minutes? The longest part is the drug test.

@@ChirpsalotPlaysGames they don’t drug test

@@Qazxswer68 they do as the first thing before the exam. At least it's what happened to me.

@@ChirpsalotPlaysGames DOT only requires a urinalysis. Employers can also setup a drug test at the same time as the DOT exam though

Some facilities gown patients and some do not.

Wear tighty whites and keep it tugged

This would completely depend on the exam performed

I would be interested in the medications. Do they work? What side effects? I would check your horizontal field of vision if you had a hard time turning your neck. Normal neck range of motion is 80-90 degree on both sides. Right being more important than your left. Mirrors on the trucks. The FMCSA is very concern about drivers who can't hear and have issues passing out or falling asleep or vision issues.

please see my video on the vision requirements

That was a negative lol. Thanks though.

I think I understand the question. If he needed to get clearance from a specialist he would need to go back to the same provider. If that provider is not available it is best to start over with the DOT physical.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals I understand, he thought it was linked national by DOT system and could be pulled or seen by any DOT doctor Probably best to start over. Thanks 😊

Please see my video on the alternative vision standard

please see my video with all of the particulars on prescription meds and the DOT

they will not have access to your medical history but you could possibly have your certification revoked if it was found out that you were not honest during the exam.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals lastly, if i am on disability insurance for an injury out of work am i able to still pass a dot physical? Doc said i have lumbar radiculopathy/lumbargo, i have made great progress in recovering and feel like it should pose no threat in operating a CMV, should i mention im on disability?

@@HardcoreGangsta8 I would have to advise you to mention all medical conditions during the exam. The doctor doing the exam has to make the determination of if it is safe for you to drive.

I will usually take blood pressure several times during the exam for exactly this reason. Just let the doctor know that you are nervous and they should accommodate you.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals Thank you so much @Easy DOT Physicals on your answer!!

Medical examiners are allowed to check the blood pressure up to 3 times. We are ONLY allowed to do the test in the seated position. So a medical examiner may lay you down for 15 minutes and then come into the office, sit you up and check you. Medical examiners are supposed average the 3 checks. So if you get 145/93, 138/89, and 135/88 then the average of all 3 is 139/90. This number should be written down and recorded on the FMCSA paperwork along with the other numbers. While performing a resting blood pressure check the medical examiner should hold the patients arm at heart level to get a more accurate blood pressure reading.

If I understand correctly, this section is if the driver is certified for intrastate only (based on state law)

yes thats what i figure as well but who makes that determination? why would a provider only clear for intrastate? should the patient be aware of their restrictions before they even come in? @@EasyDOTPhysicals

Medical examiners can refer you to a specialist because we're all doctors. It's really a question of if they feel comfortable enough doing it. They may tell you to see your general pract. first. Weird lumps should be checked out even though they are often benign.

@@JC.SpdRcr5 I’m good! The pcp sent me for an ultrasound and they saw nothing

Hi! This alone probably would not disqualify you in my office. All providers use their own standards however.

the physical for all commercial drivers is the same. the only difference is the requirement for drug testing for “safety sensitive” drivers.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals this ain’t a commercial driving job. I’m talking about a non dot physical I’m having to get for a laborer position and didn’t know if it’s the exact same thing with the BMI since I’m not gonna be driving a commercial vehicle I’m kind of worried about it tbh.

got it. the standards for a regular physical will not follow the DOT guidelines and will be up to the doctor performing the exam to determine fitness for duty.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals so just so I know I’m understanding correctly a non dot physical or when someone says there getting a non dot physical it’s basically just another saying and same thing as anyone getting a yearly physical?

@@terrylugo2474 to the best of my knowledge yes

Depends on the size of the vehicle.

see my video on alternative vision standard

If you report a history of sleep apnea the medical examiner is most likely going to require evidence that you comply with treatment (CPAP). If you can rule out that you have sleep apnea (get a sleep study performed) before you go in to get your physical that would likely help. Make sure you take in the report when you get your physical performed.

please see my video on sleep apnea

Please see my video specifically on sleep apnea

thanks for watching! This would depend on how they check it, but I would assume your opthamologist would be most accurate

Many things are left in the medical examiners determination and judgement. It's okay to get a qualified ophthalmologist or optometrist to do your eye screening. Bring the paperwork to the medical examiner within 45 days and most of the time the medical examiner can use the paper to pass you for the medical certificate.

Hey doc about 12 years ago I had surgery to clear my epilepsy. I have been seziure free for over 10 yrs. Am I disqualified!

this would not automatically be a disqualifying situation. It would depend on if the doctor doing your exam feels it is safe for you to drive.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals thanks for the info doc

We require a letter from your doctor only if you are taking meds for these conditions. Otherwise, it would be handled in a case by case basis. See my video on clearance letters.

Not automatically

It is legal to drive left footed in the United States. It would be up to the doctor doing the exam to make sure it is safe for you to be on the road.

yes

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Please watch my vision exam video. The FMCSA has very specific standards for vision. If you pass the vision portion of the exam you should not have a problem with a lazy eye. At the end of the day, however, this is all up to the discretion of the doctor performing the exam.

@@EasyDOTPhysicals so if I don’t pass just a sliver of the eye test due to my lazy eye I will not get my cdl. Cause it’s blurry but I can still see objects in it and if I have a eye doctor say he will sign me a waiver. I just want to be a truck drive local I’m a yard driver right now and I don’t have any issues backing up a trailer and driving it.

And thank you for answering my questions I really do appreciate and I hope just because a slightly blurry eye doesn’t smash another dream of mine to become a local truck driver.

@@bubblezgonecrazy The standards for the vision component are set by the FMCSA. There is a waiver program you can ask about if you do not pass however.

please see the video on this channel about the urine screening

I do only if I get a high reading

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I certify asthmatics all the time.

If the doctor thinks it may impact driving safely he/she might want a skill performance evaluation performed. I have certainly passed patients in situations similar to what you describe

@@EasyDOTPhysicals thano you doctor. I live in california sir , so can i do my DOT exam at your place or at any state?