How to find DOT Physicals near me in California

Commercial drivers looking to renew or get a new CDL medical card…
Our driver friendly DOT Physical Doctors offer interstate and intrastate CDL physical exams in California.

• Firstly, we understand the importance of your medical card to maintain your CDL.
• Secondly, we understand the big picture of commercial driving, and the lifestyle challenges you face.
• Thirdly, we consider your overall health condition and fitness to drive a commercial motor vehicle.
• Fourthly, and most importantly, we do everything we can to qualify you for a medical card by applying the FMCSA and California DOT regulations fairly and appropriately.

California Locations

DOT Physical Doctors in California

Choose a driver friendly DOT Physical Doctor near you

Our doctors are experienced in helping professional drivers. A driver friendly office will make your visit as easy for you as possible.

• On the Doctor’s Office webpage you’ll have all the information you need about exam services in that office • location • where to park that rig • same day appointment • appointment times or walk-ins welcome • photos of office, doctor and staff • CDL medical card services • other medical services • contact information • examiner’s confirmed FMCSA National Registry number.
• Your CDL record is automatically updated – pass or fail – as soon as your DOT physical exam is completed. For this reason it’s of utmost importance that you choose your DOT Physical Doctor wisely.

Prepare before you go to your appointment!

Be prepared for the physical exam before you get to your appointment, so you can get in and out on time, and get your CDL medical card without hassles, first time.

Understand the DOT physical requirements. Take everything you need to your appointment. That way you’ll help the medical examiner qualify you.
You’ll be in and out on time, and back on the road with a valid medical card.

• Get the special FREE guidebook by Trucker Docs – “How to TAKE THE STRESS out of getting your DOT MEDICAL CARD. What you must know before you get to your DOT Physical appointment”.

• Get your questions answered about personal health conditions, medications, required tests and primary doctor’s medical opinion letter. Read questions from other drivers on our FAQ forum.

• Get the checklist of things you need for your DOT physical appointment.

California Medical Card Requirements

CDL Holders (non-excepted):

• You no longer need to carry a physical medical card with you, and you no longer have to go through the hassle of updating it with California DMV.
• When your DOT medical exam is completed, the examining office is required to electronically transmit your results to FMCSA’s National Registry database.
• FMCSA’s automated process transmits your results to California DMV to update your CDL motor vehicle record.

Keep track of your CDL MVR with California DMV!
If your CDL record does not reflect ‘Medically Qualified’ status, your CDL will be downgraded within 60 days.
Learn more about safeguarding your CDL.

California Non-CDL Drivers:

• Make sure you get a physical copy of the medical certificate, Form MCSA-5876, from the examiner’s office.
• You still need to keep the paper medical card available whilst driving a commercial motor vehicle.

Make your medical card process hassle free  —  Choose your DOT Physical Doctor wisely!