Certified DOT medical exams for commercial drivers — walk-in 7 days a week, most completed in 30 minutes. Leave with your medical card the same day.
If you drive a commercial vehicle — a truck, bus, school van, or any vehicle requiring a CDL — federal law requires you to pass a DOT physical exam every two years (or more often, depending on your medical history). At Sage Urgent Care in Berkeley Heights, our certified examiners can complete your exam, walk you through the results, and issue your medical card the same day.
We're listed on the FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, which means your DOT medical card from us is valid in all 50 states and accepted by any employer or licensing agency. We see new drivers, returning drivers, and drivers with complex medical histories every week.
The DOT exam evaluates whether a driver is medically fit to operate a commercial vehicle safely. Our 30–45 minute exam covers:
If you're missing some of these, you can usually still complete the exam — but we may need to issue a temporary card or ask you to return with documentation, which can delay things. Coming prepared saves time.
High blood pressure: Drivers with stage 1 hypertension (systolic 140–159 or diastolic 90–99) typically receive 1-year certifications. With higher readings, you may need treatment first or receive a 3- or 6-month card. Bring your medication list.
Diabetes: Drivers on oral medications generally pass without issue if A1C is in good range. Insulin-using drivers can also be certified — federal rules changed in 2018 to allow this — but require additional documentation from your treating physician.
Sleep apnea: Diagnosed sleep apnea doesn't disqualify you, but you'll need to show CPAP compliance data (typically 90 days, with at least 70% of nights showing 4+ hours of use).
Heart conditions: Most drivers with treated heart disease can be certified, but federal rules require a clearance letter from your cardiologist.
Self-pay DOT physicals at Sage Urgent Care typically range from $90–$120, depending on whether additional testing is required. Some employers cover the cost — bring documentation if your employer is paying. We accept most major credit cards and HSA/FSA cards.
No — DOT exams are walk-in. We recommend coming in earlier in the day so we can complete any additional testing if needed (urinalysis, vision, etc.). Call (908) 363-0378 if you want to confirm a certified examiner is on duty.
Most DOT physicals are completed in 30–45 minutes, including paperwork, vision and hearing testing, urinalysis, vital signs, and the physical exam itself. You'll leave with your medical certificate the same day if you pass.
Yes — DOT physicals at Sage are conducted only by examiners listed on the FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, as required by federal law. Your medical certificate will be valid in all 50 states.
Bring (1) your driver's license or government-issued photo ID, (2) a complete list of all medications you take with dosages, (3) glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, (4) hearing aids if you use them, and (5) any specialist letters if you have a heart condition, diabetes, or sleep apnea. If you've had any recent surgeries, bring documentation of clearance to drive.
Yes — many drivers with controlled high blood pressure, diabetes, or sleep apnea pass DOT physicals and receive valid medical certificates (sometimes 1-year instead of 2-year cards). The key is documentation of treatment and good control. Bring records from your treating doctor.
In most cases, yes. Walk in any day during business hours (8 AM–8 PM) and we'll get you in. To minimize wait, come in mid-morning or early afternoon when wait times are typically shortest.
DOT medical certificates are typically valid for up to 2 years. Drivers with certain conditions (controlled high blood pressure, diabetes on insulin, etc.) may receive shorter-duration certificates (3 months to 1 year) and need to renew more frequently.
Walk in any day from 8 AM to 8 PM. Most drivers are in and out in 30–45 minutes with their medical certificate in hand.