DOT physicals, drug testing, employment exams, and workplace screenings for Mankato and North Mankato. Explore our DOT and Non-DOT services below, or call (507) 344-8300 to schedule.
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Physical exams and testing services for commercial drivers and employers.
Same-day appointments with a certified FMCSA medical examiner. Most exams take 30 to 45 minutes.
Collections using your employer’s lab or Occupational Health of Mankato’s (OHOM) lab for confirmation. Observed collections are available.
Post-accident drug testing and emergency after-hours services are available. After-hours testing is unavailable from midnight to 6 a.m. Call (507) 344-8300 to arrange testing.
Breath alcohol screening and confirmation testing. Call for updates on availability.
Call (507) 344-8300 for updates on consortium service availability.
Most exams take 30 to 45 minutes. Here is what to expect during your visit.
List any current medications and bring relevant prescriptions or documentation from your healthcare provider.
Your exam includes blood pressure, vision, hearing, heart and lung function, and other required checks such as neurological function and hernia screening.
Your examiner will review your health history and explain any factors that may affect your certification.
If you meet FMCSA requirements, you will receive your medical certificate before you leave.
If you operate a commercial vehicle, you likely need a DOT physical.
Here are the most common cases:
Vehicles with a GVWR or GCWR of 10,001 pounds or more crossing state lines.
Vehicles designed to transport more than 15 people, or more than 8 if paid to do so.
Drivers transporting hazardous materials that require placards.
Some in-state drivers and employers also require a valid DOT medical card for compliance or insurance.
Bring these to avoid delays and get certified the same day.
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Common questions about DOT physicals in Mankato.
Most commercial drivers are required to complete a DOT physical every two years. Drivers with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes may need to be re-examined more frequently, sometimes every 3, 6, or 12 months depending on the examiner's findings.
Yes. Please bring a complete list of all medications you currently take, including over-the-counter medications and supplements, their dosages, and your prescribing doctor's name.
Yes. Please bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's license or passport.
No. The DOT physical does not include a drug or alcohol test. However, it does include a urinalysis that screens for protein, blood, sugar, and specific gravity to check for underlying medical conditions.
Drug and alcohol testing is a separate requirement handled by your employer.
Most DOT physical exams are completed in 30 to 45 minutes, depending on your medical history and whether additional testing or documentation is needed.
No. An appointment is required. Call us at (507) 344-8300 and we will do our best to get you in as soon as possible, including same-day appointments.
Certain medical conditions can disqualify a driver, including uncontrolled high blood pressure (180/120 or higher), severe vision or hearing impairment, untreated sleep apnea, and a history of certain cardiac conditions.
Many conditions do not automatically disqualify you. If a condition is well managed, the examiner may still certify you, sometimes with a shorter certification period.
Yes. A DOT physical and a CDL physical refer to the same examination. Both are required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial drivers.
Yes. FMCSA regulations require commercial drivers to read and speak English well enough to converse with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to officials, and complete required reports.
If you do not meet the requirements on the day of your exam, your examiner will explain the reasons and discuss next steps. In many cases, drivers can address the issue through treatment or additional documentation and return for re-examination.
Employment exams, drug testing, and additional screening services in Mankato and North Mankato.
Collections using your employer’s lab or Occupational Health of Mankato’s (OHOM) lab for confirmation. Observed collections are available.
Pre-employment and return-to-work physical examinations.
Employment physical examinations with dynamic lifting.
Lift-capacity testing for workplace needs.
Chest X-rays and two-view chest X-rays are available.
Visual acuity (Snellen) and Ishihara color-vision testing.
DNA testing services are available. Call to discuss arrangements.
Home testing for sleep apnea. Call (507) 344-8300 for details.
Call (507) 344-8300 to arrange DOT or Non-DOT services. Same-day DOT physical appointments are available.
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