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New Mexico CDL Requirements
The Federal Motor Carrier Administration now requires that all CDL holders certify the type of commercial operation they’re engaged in. All CDL holders will need to comply on or before January 30th 2014 or risk losing CDL privileges.
Interstate Non-Excepted
You must meet the Federal DOT medical certificate requirements.
Intrastate Non-Excepted
You must meet the Federal DOT medical certificate requirements.
Submitting your Self Certification to New Mexico
There is currently no information available to self certify in New Mexico.
Keep Your Medical Card Current With New Mexico MVD…
By Mail:
2546 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87507
By Fax:
1-505-476-1578
Other Information:
Website: New Mexico MVD Commercial Services
Helpdesk email: NMCDL.HelpDesk@state.nm.us
Special Information Updates Pertaining To ALL STATES
MEDICAL EXAMINERS MUST CONTINUE TO ISSUE MEDICAL CERTIFICATES TO ALL DRIVERS
The FMCSA has requested that all medical examiners continue providing drivers with a paper copy of the Medical Examiner’s Certificate – Form MCSA-5876, so that Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders can provide a copy to the State licensing agency, and the non-CDL drivers can provide the documentation to their employers and Federal and State enforcement officials.
The Agency is currently completing efforts to put into place an electronic system to enable medical examiners to transmit the medical certificate information from the National Registry system to the State licensing agencies. However, until that system is completed, medical examiners must continue to issue paper copies of the medical certificates to drivers who pass the medical exam.
ALL DRIVERS MUST CONTINUE TO CARRY A PAPER COPY OF THEIR MEDICAL CERTIFICATE
Commercial Drivers – You still need to carry a paper copy of your medical card, until FMCSA announces that this is no longer necessary.
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My medical card will expire on 2/12/2021 , I attempted to renew it but the DOT Dr would not renew it until I had tapered off my prescription medication . I provided a letter of opinion by my PCP but he still put my card on a 45 day hold . My Dr has communicated with him that tapering off this medication by the 12th is doable but he said no , I had to be off it for at least 6 weeks . He will not consider renewing it until 3/4/2021 , three weeks after it has expired . I’m in NM and emailed the state regarding what happens to my CDL which expires in August . Do you have any suggestions?
@ KLK
Unfortunately your PCP does not have to abide by the DOT/FMCSA guidelines. But they are guidelines and regulations. With as much supporting documentation as you can, you might try for a second opinion. And a lot will be determined by the present and past prescription usage and need. You do not indicate what the medication was prescribed for. The examiner must consider a lot of information during his decision making process and must follow the guidelines and regulation set forth in the DOT/FMCSA guides.
I had anxiety over sleep and I was diagnosed over 2 years ago with situational depression after the murder of my grandson . When I return to the CME I will have been off the alprozalam for 3 months , the zolpidem for 2 months . I do not have any current diagnosis and I am on no medications currently . My PCP has communicated with this CME and he feels that there is a definite personal animas towards me . I’m sleeping well without any meds and it helps that I only work days and I’m home every night , The loss of a child remains difficult but I’ve worked through the entire painful process . I’m unaware that grief is a disqualification and anxiety and depression and insomnia is an unfortunate part of the grieving process , but he stated I should be over it . He was looking at medical records from 14 years ago , he stated that a woman my age should be thinking about retiring . Is his role to council me in retirement or my grief ? I feel he has made up his mind not to give me my medical card .
@ KLK
We need to start with, what class drivers license do you possess? It is not the CME’s job or position to be of council to you in regards to anything other than DOT/FMCSA matters or health related conditions that would involve DOT/FMCSA. Go get a second opinion someplace else.
Since this Covid-19 started, my local DMV requires appointment only. Look at the list, its about a month and half wait. My question is, can I fax or email a copy of my new medical card (short form)? If so, where?
@ Castle T.
Your state drivers license should have that information available for you. Check with them for the best contact and means to get your information registered.
I got my new 8 year cdl in Albuquerque and showed my new medical card and long forms in October and now got a letter from Santa Fe MVD saying I have to show my new current 2 year medical card again or my cdl will be downgraded let me know why
@ Jeffrey n M.
This is a state related issue. Check with your local MVD for clarification.
Hi my name is Julian C(deleted for privacy). I have not been able to reach the state MVD. My cdl expired in September and my medical card a few months prior. I have not been driving cdl but I want to keep it for when I get back to work. What should I do? Is there a way to renew my cdl without having a current medical card? I have not had the money to get a medical card due to loss of work because of Covid. I need a license for a lot of things I cant even cash a check and I cant get an Id because I don not want to lose my cdl. Also from what information I was able to get, I believe the sonnest I can be seen at an Albuquerque mvd is 1-2 months due to covid and the recent surge in our state. I would really appreciate if uou could help. Thank you
@ Julian C
We know that things are tight, but your best bet is to find a way to get the medical certification examination done and turned in before your cdl is down graded.
I received a letter RE: Medical Examiner’s Certificate Expiration the letter was for my husbands CDL that has expired . My husband has passed away and i wanted to let the proper division know this. My husbands name : [deleted by admin for privacy]
@ mitzi s
You will need to contact your states drivers license department, they should be able to guide you from there.
My card just expired. How long do I have to renew it?
@ Abdu W
With covid delays you have until September 30, but we would not wait that long.
How do we verify that a medical certification is valid within NM for a driver’s CDL. It did not show on the NM MVR. Is there a site that we have to get that information from?
@ Cheryl
If you have a copy of the medical card, then all you need to do is contact the examiner. The examiners information should be on the medical card.
I haven’t been driving class b lately in fact months but didn’t realize my medical card was expired how long do I have to renew my medical card before they cancel my cdl?
@ Richard
Since your cdl is state issued, you will need to check with your local drivers license department for the best answer.
According to the FMSCA’s website, as of Feb 2015, self certified non-excepted interstate cdl is not required to keep in thier possession their medical cards or long forms.
Was just issued a ticket by a county sheriff for not having it in my possesion.
Does state law differ from federal?
@ Clint W
FMCSA has always demanded that you carry a copy of your medical card, as long as you have a class A license. The 02-15 issue, FMCSA was a hopeful wish that they would be able to have all the states online so you did not have to carry your card. It didn’t happen, so always carry a copy of your medical card while driving any vehicle.
What is the E-mail address to submit my new medical form for attachment to my class A New Mexico DL
E-mail is much more available than the FAX machine is it okay to send CDL physical renewals to the NMDOTHelpDesk?
@ Danny G
Check with the state to confirm, not the help desk, but a person in authority.
Can u give email so i can send my medical card
New medical card
Can you drive a company truck over 10,001 across state lines from Texas to NM without logs or a medical card? No payload just a 350 dually for company business with an apportioned Texas registration.
@ Adriene T
Check with Texas DLD, most states require a medical certificate for any vehicle being used for commerce, even pickup trucks.
Hello I had faxed my medical card yesterday, how long will it take to be cleared to drive
@ Danial
Check with your local drivers license department to get the correct answer.
I have a Class A CDL with Haz-Mat endorsements in the state of NM and was just recently disqualified on my medical card. Can I still maintain my CDL with no driving until I get my A1C within the alloted range of 10?
@ DeWayne
You will need to check with your local drivers license department to confirm the maintenance of your cld.
My DOT physical card is about a week past do. I was on vacation in Mexico I have a appointment this week to renew it. What do I need to do to be legal to drive again. I’m in New Mexico
How would a stroke affect my ability to keep my cdl. I drive for the public schools and am exempt.
I am the Fleet Administrator for Bernalillo County. My mechanics are required to maintain CDL’s because they may be required to test drive equipment requiring routine maintenance or repair. Our County provides medical insurance and exams for all CDL operators. Is a separate DOT Medical Exam required in addition to the county medical?
@Dwight
Yes, all commercial drivers are required to have a DOT physical done by an FMCSA certified examiner.
I’m a type 2 diabetic. Recently my doctor placed me on insulin as a non-evasive medication. My doctor gave me a letter for the Medical Examiner stating that I’m under her care and that I can drive a commercial vehicle safely. My medical examiner said that I need a waiver from the federal D.O.T. to be able to drive a commercial vehicle in New Mexico. My job does not include crossing state lines, therefore the federal D.O.T. does not give waivers to intrastate drivers. New Mexico does not participate in waiver programs. NOW WHAT?
Running Out Of Money
@Ralph
First question is what class driver are you?
The examiner should be asking questions regarding the class of your drivers license and since you are an intrastate driver, then all they need to do is indicate that you are an intra-state only driver on your medical card. No federal waiver needed. All this means is that you fall under the states variances and not the Fed. Check with your local drivers license department and confirm this for yourself.
I work for a public school in New Mexico is requiring for me to have a medical card ( I don’t have a CDL license)to drive students to competitions, is not a bus…my left eye is 20/200 I had an injury to my eye when I was five. The provider is asking me for a vision waiver, my question is do I need one? If I do where do I get one?
@Maria
You do not fall under FMCSA guidelines for the type of driving that you will be doing.
So you need to check with your local drivers license department for further information regarding this issue. It will fall under state variances and they should have the vision waiver, if you need one.
My DOT physical has expired due to a sleep test that was to schedule me with in s60 days, that was expired gave me an extension, and still no luck because my insurance denied it , now I am able to get test done, with in two weeks.will make my expiration four week’s. Am I not to operate into my test are done or can I get another extension.
@Alberto
Doubtful for another extension, but worth a try.
My medical card expired 1 week ago. How long do I have to change it, and I can take a picture and email it to MVD. To which website?
@Omar
You cannot drive on an expired medical card.
Each state has a different process for updating this information.
See New Mexico CDL and DOT Medical Card Requirements
If my medical card expires how long do I have to renew? Will this cause me to lose my CDL?
How do I report a failed DOT random test to the State of New Mexico. Is there a specific form that must be completed by the MRO and DER. I have looked all over your website and can not find it.
Respectfully,
Paula B
HSE Compliance Specialist
KES
@Paula
In most cases the positive random test results are given to the employer. It then becomes the responsibility of the employer to have the employee go through a substance abuse program and is given another chance. He would be tested more routinely and more frequently, demonstrating proper compliance. Don’t know that it is your responsibility to report it to anyone else. If you feel that you must report this incidence, then check with the local state level DOT and drivers license department and see what they have to say. This would be a state issue not a federal issue.
Got shut down due to my updated medical card not attach or matching with my class A. The card and drivers license are current, but does not match in computer system. Could I resolve this with the state Mvd over phone?
@William
Call you local MVD to find out what they need. Only they can help you.
Hello I have a cdl class A full endorsements went for my re- certification on my medical card pass for only 3 months due to hypertension this is resolve now but went to go back for a I year certification and could not get a appt in time due to clinic saying they’re were under staff for this process so my time elapsedI have not been driving for three years have drove a tanker for 11 and a half years with no incidents my medical card has expired 7/15/2015 but my cdl is good till end of this year is there any thing I can do or what can I do to get this resolve so I can go back to work ? Thanks for your response sir!
@Robert
If you can’t get into the original examiner, then go to another one.
If your BP is within limits, you will get a one year card from them.
You only get one three month card to get your BP under control, so make sure you’re ready before you go in for the DOT examination.
Do I need to send in a copy of all three pages of my examination report? What about a copy of the actual card? How much time do I have to send it after I get it done. If I send it through the mail how will I know if they got it? Do they send a receipt? Can I take pictures ofth and email them. If so is it the Helpdesk Email that I send it through?
@Dawn
Sorry we cannot find any additional information to what is already listed above.
Yes your best option is to go through Helpdesk email: NMCDL.HelpDesk@state.nm.us
I am working for a company out of Indiana. I got a DOT physical and drug screen through their doctor. I also filled out the self certification form. Do I still need to send a copy if the doctors certification to DMV?
@Brett
Yes, you need to send a copy of your medical card, and self-certification form to your state DMV.
I have a driver that has just informed me that his regular doctor visit has resulted in his diagnosis, with diabetes, (insulin recommended) and high blood pressure. I know the regulations on the hbp. but not sure on the diabetes. Is there any concerns of my driver loosing his cdl. or being declined a medical clearance. Other than the hbp not being controlled.
thank you in advance.
@Paul
It will depend on the over-all diagnosis.
If insulin diabetic, he will have to go through the FMCSA to acquire a insulin waiver. NO Driving during that process.
HBP he will need to have his BP below 140/90 to be able to pass the DOT physical.
He might get away with diet and medications (oral) for treatment of his diabetes. Right now it’s about getting it all under control.
I have looked though as many regulations as I can find and don’t se an answer to this question. If I get a medical card in one state then move to another state six months later do I need to renew my medical card? The reason I ask is on the bottom of the medical card it lists your cdl drivers license number and issuing state. will the new state have a problem with the cdl numbers being different?
@Carl
Overall there is no real problem.
Once you have your new state issued drivers license, you have a couple of choices.
1. You could go back to the original DOT examiner and ask if he could issue you a new medical certificate that matches your new state license, but keeps the old date of expiration. – OR –
2. You could do nothing and just be willing to explain to a DOT officer that you moved following your last examination, (try to keep an invalid copy of your old drivers license will be a big help).
But there is not a law or regulation that makes it mandatory for the driver’s license and medical card to match, but it does reduce questions.