Short answer
Usually about $75–$150, depending on the clinic and your location.
How Much Does a DOT Physical Cost?
Most drivers pay roughly $75 to $150 without insurance. Big-city clinics and exams that need extra testing (for example an audiogram or sleep-apnea follow-up) can cost more. Health insurance usually doesn’t cover DOT physicals because they’re job-related, but many employers pay or reimburse the cost.
USA DOT Physical Exam: Quick Facts
- Regulated by
- FMCSA (49 CFR 391.41–391.49)
- Who can examine
- Certified medical examiners on the National Registry
- Max certificate
- 24 months
- Typical cost
- About $75–$150 (varies by clinic and location)
- Time needed
- About 30–60 minutes
- Forms
- MCSA-5875 (report) · MCSA-5876 (certificate)
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