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DOT physicals for CDL medical card renewal

A CDL medical card renewal is easiest when you book before the expiration date, bring condition-specific records, and know how the New York DMV certification update works after the exam.

A DOT physical for a CDL medical card must be completed by a medical examiner listed on FMCSA's National Registry. If you qualify, the examiner completes the Medical Examiner's Certificate, also called a DOT medical card.

Nao Medical's standard DOT physical is $135 self-pay. DOT physicals are usually paid directly by the driver, reimbursed by an employer, or handled through fleet billing rather than regular health insurance.

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Bring the records that affect certification Drivers with CPAP, diabetes, blood pressure, cardiac, medication, or specialist follow-up should bring recent records so the examiner can make the safest decision.

What matters before the DOT physical

Expiration risk

FMCSA and NY DMV guidance both warn that drivers who do not keep medical certification current can face downgraded commercial driving privileges.

Electronic transmission

NY DMV states that the medical examiner transmits the certificate and certified status electronically after the qualifying exam.

Bring renewal records

Bring photo ID, glasses or contacts if you use them, hearing aids if you use them, a medication list, employer paperwork, and condition-specific records such as CPAP compliance, diabetes logs, cardiac clearance, or specialist notes when those apply.

Keep your paperwork

Keep the paperwork the examiner gives you until your DMV, employer, or fleet confirms the update is reflected where it needs to be.

FMCSA, NY DMV, and employer paperwork

New York CDL and CLP holders in non-excepted driving categories need a current USDOT Medical Examiner's Certificate on file with DMV. NY DMV states that the medical examiner transmits the certificate and certified status electronically.

Keep the paperwork the examiner gives you until your DMV status, employer file, or fleet system reflects the update. If a required record is missing, the examiner may ask for follow-up before issuing the longest possible certification.

DOT physical locations across New York

Choose the clinic that fits your route, dispatch point, home base, or renewal deadline.

Astoria DOT physical clinic

Queens

Astoria

37-15 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105

$135 DOT physical access for patients in Astoria, Ditmars, East Elmhurst, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Hicksville DOT physical clinic

Long Island

Hicksville

232 W Old Country Rd, Hicksville, NY 11801

$135 DOT physical access for patients in Hicksville, Plainview, Bethpage, and nearby Nassau County communities.

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Jamaica DOT physical clinic

Queens

Jamaica

90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435

$135 DOT physical access for patients in Jamaica, Briarwood, Richmond Hill, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Mineola DOT physical clinic

Long Island

Mineola

135 Mineola Blvd, Mineola, NY 11501

$135 DOT physical access for patients in Mineola, Garden City, Westbury, and nearby Nassau County communities.

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StuyTown DOT physical clinic

Manhattan

StuyTown

259 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003

$135 DOT physical access for patients in StuyTown, East Village, Gramercy, and nearby Manhattan neighborhoods.

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Drug testing

Use the drug-testing service when an employer requires a DOT or non-DOT drug test in addition to the medical exam.

Occupational medicine

Employer groups and fleets can coordinate driver exams, screenings, and compliance workflows.

Pre-employment physicals

Use the pre-employment physical guidance for non-DOT work exams, job-clearance forms, and onboarding needs.

Questions about DOT physicals

Book before the expiration date, especially if you have blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, cardiac history, or another condition that may need records.
NY DMV states that failure to keep the medical certificate updated can change status to not certified and may lead to CDL or CLP downgrade.
NY DMV says the medical examiner transmits the certificate and certified status electronically. Drivers should still check their DMV status and keep their paperwork.
No. The examiner can issue a shorter certification if closer follow-up is needed for a medical condition.
Bring photo ID, glasses or contacts if you use them, hearing aids if you use them, a medication list, employer paperwork, and condition-specific records such as CPAP compliance, diabetes logs, cardiac clearance, or specialist notes when those apply.

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What patients say about Nao Medical

Verified Patient
(4.9)

The staff explained what I needed for my medical card renewal before the exam started.

Verified Patient
(4.9)

I brought my employer paperwork and medication list, and the visit moved quickly.

Verified Patient
(4.9)

Clear price, easy scheduling, and the team explained what to keep for my records.

Verified Patient
(4.9)

They helped me understand the difference between the DOT physical and employer drug testing.

Verified Patient
(4.9)

The location was convenient for my route and the instructions were straightforward.

Verified Patient
(4.9)

I appreciated knowing what could delay the medical card before I booked.