Why Choose CommunityMed for Your
DOT/CDL Physical or Drug Screen?
Make an Appointment Easily
At a Competitive, Affordable Rate
In-and-Out With Minimum Wait Time
CommunityMed Family Urgent Care in Dallas is a clear win when it comes to getting your DOT testing, with its multiple clinics across North Texas for added convenience and accessibility. Each clinic is open seven days a week, offering flexible hours to stop by and get your physical. DOT Physicals and Drug Screens are by appointment only.
It is federally mandated that every commercial driver pass the DOT physical exam according to the Department of Transportation regulations. The DOT physically tests whether a potential driver is fit and capable of driving safely at the present time and in the foreseeable future. Our staff at CommunityMed are trained on the latest regulations to perform DOT Tests for companies and individual drivers.
Our rates for DOT physicals and drug screening are affordable and competitive. Even better, we often have very short wait times. So, you can get straight to testing and back on the road before you know it!
Hours for DOT Testing:
SUN: 12 PM – 6 PM
MON-SAT: 8 AM – 6 PM
Your Trusted DOT Physical
and Drug Screen at
CommunityMed
Schedule your fast, friendly, and affordable DOT physicals and drug screens by appointment for only $150!
Before your appointment, please be sure to read what is required to bring to your visit. During your physical examination, our team will evaluate your medical conditions and overall health to ensure you meet the necessary standards. This medical examination is designed to identify any concerns that may affect your ability to safely perform job-related tasks.
Please note, the information provided here is for general information purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or to discuss potential health conditions in depth. If you have any life-threatening concerns or need assistance beyond the scope of a DOT exam, please consult your primary care physician.
At CommunityMed, we proudly serve patients with efficient and reliable care, ensuring your visit is stress-free and compliant with all regulations.
What to Expect During a DOT Physical?
The DOT physical verifies that drivers are able-bodied to safely drive a commercial vehicle without any impeding medical issues that could jeopardize you or others on the road. During the DOT physical, we will check:
The DOT physical verifies that drivers are able-bodied to safely drive a commercial vehicle without any impeding medical issues that could jeopardize you or others on the road. During the DOT physical, we will check:
- Blood Pressure
- Vision & Hearing
- Lung, spine, and limb function
- Mouth and throat
- Balance and reflexes
- Urinary system
There will also be a section that covers medical history. Some of the categories the health history asks about are:
- Blood pressure & heart health
- Vision & hearing
- History of dizziness, fainting, stroke, and respiratory health
- Drug & alcohol use
- History of diabetes or other specific illnesses
- Brain injuries and/or psychiatric disorders
Additional topics are covered.
Here’s What You Should
Bring to a DOT Physical
Exam
For your visit, please bring a complete list of all your medication with as much information as you can, including your doctors’ names and addresses as well as doses. Please print and complete this form prior to your visit.
For patients with high blood pressure:
- Blood pressure must be below 140/90 the day of your exam. If not, you may not qualify for a DOT card.
For patients with diabetes:
- Bring your most current results of a Hemoglobin A1C (HgAIC), as well as blood sugar logs and/or other related records regarding your diabetes.
- Blood sugar should be controlled. For patients who require corrective lenses, contacts, or hearing aids:
- Bring your glasses, contacts, or hearing aids to your test (as it is required to pass a hearing and vision test).
For patients with nighttime sleep disturbance (sleep apnea) and use a CPAP machine:
- Bring a machine-documented reading that shows your proper use of the machine; it may also be required to have a letter from your sleep specialist.
- Bring >90 days of data; data from the past year is optimal.
For patients who suffered from a stroke, seizure disorder, a brain tumor, or bleeding in the brain:
- Bring a letter from your neurologist outlining medical history, current neurologic and psychiatric state as well as current medications.
For patients taking the blood thinner Coumadin (Warfarin):
- Bring a recent Internationalized Normalized Ratio (INR) letter from your physician.
For patients with heart-related issues, (this can include stents, pacemaker, valve replacement, heart attack, open-heart surgery, or cardiac bypass surgery):
- Bring a letter from your cardiologist that outlines current medications, medical history and indicates you’re ability to safely drive a DOT vehicle.
- Additionally, you might need to bring results of any recent ECHO cardiogram, or other heart-related testing completed within the past 1-2 years.
For patients who experienced permanent loss of use in a limb:
- Bring summary note from your physician of the injury. Please make sure any work restrictions due to the injury are noted on the summary.
- To qualify for your DOT certification card, you may need a Skilled Performance Examination.
For patients taking medications that may cause sleepiness/sedation or controlled substances (such as sleeping pills, narcotics, anxiety or ADHD medication):
- Bring a letter and medical records from the treating physician in regards to the safety of using these medications while driving a DOT vehicle.
Helpful Advice:
If for any reason you’re concerned that you may not qualify for a DOT certification card, please consider scheduling a visit with your primary or specialty physician before a re-certification with CommunityMed. This document is a list of guidelines and is not meant to be a guarantee of passing the exam or all-inclusive of what might be needed. Additional information and/or testing may be required by your DOT examiner.
Are You an Employer?
CommunityMed Family Urgent Care is a fantastic Occupational Medicine option for your company! Inquire below to begin your account setup so that your employees can complete their DOT Physicals and/or Drug Screens. We are also able to offer:
- Initial Work-Injury Services
- Pre-Employment Physicals
- Breath Alcohol Testing
- Physical Capabilities Testing
- Digital X-Rays
- TB Screenings
- And more!