Do You Need a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Exam?
If you drive a commercial vehicle, chances are you’ll need a DOT medical exam to meet federal safety regulations. At Kare Chiropractic in St. Peters, we provide certified DOT physicals to help drivers meet requirements efficiently and responsibly.
Whether you're an independent driver or an employer managing a fleet, we offer appointments typically within 1–2 days to keep you or your team on the road.
You’ll need a DOT physical if you:
- Are paid to operate a vehicle carrying 8+ passengers
- Drive a vehicle carrying more than 15 people
- Transport hazardous materials
- Drive a vehicle across state lines that weighs over 10,000 lbs (loaded)
We serve individuals and businesses with drivers operating:
- Tow trucks
- School buses and other school-related vehicles
- Commercial trucks
- Public transit or city buses
Our St. Peters DOT Exam Process
At Kare Chiropractic, we streamline the examination process to ensure a fast and smooth experience.
Here’s how our efficient DOT exam process works:
- Call to schedule your exam
- Come in for a 30-minute visit
- Results are often ready the same day, depending on specialist clearance and unique situations
- Submit your results to your employer
Have questions? Contact us; our team is here to guide you from start to finish.
What’s Included in Your DOT Exam
You’re relying on an accurate and thorough exam, and your health and safety are our top priorities. Our FMCSA-certified examiner performs a complete physical evaluation to ensure you’re fit to drive.
Our extensive DOT exam includes:
- Review of medical history
- Vitals (blood pressure, heart rate, etc.)
- Height and weight
- Vision and hearing tests
- Urinalysis
- Drug screening when required
- Physical assessments
- Reflex and neurological checks
- Cardiovascular and respiratory evaluations
- Immunization review
- Musculoskeletal system evaluation
- Hernia check
- Mouth, throat, and general appearance evaluation
We ensure that every area relevant to safe driving is thoroughly assessed.
How to Prepare for Your DOT Physical
Please bring the following items to your appointment:
- A list of all current medications (with dosages)
- Contact info for your treating doctors
- Blood sugar readings (if diabetic)
- CPAP usage records from the past 90 days (if you have sleep apnea)
- Glasses, contacts, or hearing aids
- Any recent test results related to your condition
You’ll also need a doctor’s clearance letter if you have:
- Heart conditions
- Use of a limb prosthetic
- History of stroke, seizures, or brain disorders
- A condition requiring controlled medications that cause drowsiness
Certain health issues may make you ineligible for a DOT card, including:
- Poorly managed heart disease
- Severely high blood pressure
- Significant vision or hearing loss
- Active seizure disorders
- Inner ear or balance problems
- Insulin-dependent diabetes (in some cases)
- Marijuana or illegal drug use
- Serious respiratory conditions
Because each case is unique, our certified medical examiner will carefully review your status to determine eligibility.
Tips to Help You Pass Your DOT Exam
Want the best chance of passing your exam? Begin by prioritizing your health.
Try these useful tips:
- Eat nutritious foods and drink plenty of water
- Exercise regularly
- Get plenty of rest before your appointment
- Follow your doctor's instructions and medication plan
- Bring all required documentation to avoid delays
- Answer every question honestly
Our goal is to help safe, responsible drivers meet DOT requirements, and that means ensuring every driver is truly fit to be behind the wheel.
Book Your DOT Exam with Our St. Peters Chiropractic Team
According to the law, all commercial motor vehicle drivers in Missouri are required to undergo an initial DOT exam and receive routine physical examinations. We invite you to contact us for an exam with our FMCSA-certified medical examiner to ensure the safety of you or your employees while on the road.
We offer DOT appointments with quick turnaround times and minimal wait, allowing you to receive your results and start driving promptly.
Don’t wait! Connect with us; we’ll get you moving.