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Do you perform DOT Medical Exams?
Yes, we do the medical part of a Commercial Drivers license and issue a medical drivers certificate immediately after passing the exam.
Where are you located?
We are located just off Highway 35 Northbound in Keyport, NJ. Heading North on 35-- turn right at Luppatatong Avenue the first street after the Keyport Water tower. Our building faces the inside street of Maple Place.
Do you perform pre-employment DOT Medical Exams?
Yes
Do you do pre-employment drug screenings?
Yes but ONLY when requested. Routinely not part of medical Exam.
Do you do alcohol screenings?
ONLY when requested.
How much is the DOT Medical Exam? $89 with coupon!
Normally $150 but with pre-registration or a printed coupon (see below) you receive over 45% savings to $89 for DOT medical exam.
What additional tests do you perform?
When requested we do Drug Screen, Alcohol Screen and TB testing
Are appointments required?
We strongly recommend pre set appointments, it helps to arrive with an appointment on a day and time when the physician or provider is available to perform the examination. You don't want to come when a provider is not available to perform the test!
What are the acceptable forms of payment?
Alliance Rehab accepts cash, corporate checks or credit/debit cards--NO personal checks!
Who signs the medical certificate?
The Medical Examiner who performs the medical examination must sign the Medical Certificate.
Do I have to have the drug-screening test?
No - only if your employer, company, weight of rig or interstate travel require it.
Do you check for drugs when you do a routine DOT Medical Exam?
No
Do you check urine on a routine DOT Medical exam?
Yes - we are checking for protein, blood, sugar and specific gravity only.
Can I give a personal check?
No - we accept company checks, cash or credit/debit cards.
How soon will I know if I passed my drug test?
If you are required to have a drug test, usually within several days of providing a sample to LabCorp. This unfortunately is out of our control, once a sample is given.
Who will notify me if I passed the drug test?
Our office will call you or your employer depending on who is indicated on the response form after you have passed. Documentation will be sent to you or your employer.
Who will notify me if I fail the drug test?
You will be contacted by a physician known as an Medical Review Official (MRO) usually not from our office or even from this area. He will discuss with you directly the steps to deal with a positive finding.
Will I be given a CDL (commercial Driver License) Medical Exam Card today if I pass?
Yes
Will I be given a CDL Medical Exam card even if I haven't yet provided a urine sample to LabCorp for optional drug testing?
Yes
What are the Classes of License?
The Federal standard requires States to issue a CDL to drivers according to the following license classifications:
- Class A -- Any combination of vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Class B -- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds GVWR.
- Class C -- Any single vehicle, or combination of vehicles, that does not meet the definition of Class A or Class B, but is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver, or is placarded for hazardous materials.
Is getting a medical certificate mandatory for all CMV drivers in the United States?
In general, all CMV drivers driving in interstate commerce within the United States must obtain medical certification from a Medical Examiner. CMV drivers from Canada and Mexico can be medically qualified in their countries.
Can I get a TB test at the same time?
Yes Alliance Rehab -- when requested will perform a TB test although results *will have to be re-checked in approximately 48 hours at our office.
How should I prepare for the test?
Please bring two forms of indentification including a driver's license. No special preparations are required. Be mindful of proper diet, exercise, avoiding alcohol and tobacco use to help achieve a more ideal body weight and blood pressure.
Does my Health Insurance cover a DOT Medical Examinations?
This will depend on your insurance policy. Our policy is payment at time of service for these examinations. A receipt for this examination is provided.
Is it possible to just have a drug screening test performed?
Yes, simply stop by the office and pick up a LabCorp Collection Form. After completion of a simple form at our office and paying the $50 fee, you will be given the collection form and a list of area LabCorp locations that provide this service. At your convenience you may go to any conveniently located LabCorp collection site listed with our form to provide a urine sample. If you decide to go to another LabCorp other than we recommend, make sure to check with that particular LabCorp site about their being a DOT urine collection site!! A few are not DOT urine collection sites!
How long is my Medical Exam Card valid for?
Normally two years from time of issue.
Will you recall me before my DOT Medical Exam Card expires?
Yes as part of the service at Alliance Rehab we will automatically send you a post card reminding you approximately a month before expiration.
Do I need to bring any of the medical forms with me?
No. The medical form, Form 649-F( 6045) Medical Examination Report For Commercial Driver Fitness Determination will be provided by our office. You can download the form to fill out before your appointment from the link provided to the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) website. Our office will also provide the Medical Examiner's Certificate to our qualified drivers after the examination.
If a Urine Drug Screen is not required--- then what do you test for when you take my urine?
We perform the required urine dipstick test to evaluate for protein, blood, glucose (sugar), and specific gravity (concentration of particles in urine). It helps screen for disease such as diabetes, kidney problems, etc.Click Here to Print Coupon for Discount
