DOT matters: please confirm or deny my beliefs - Page 3

KillerWeed420 · 11-11-2008, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by zonecode88

Thanks for the helpful info.

Sec, I understand what you're saying about how testing is per employer policy. In my case, the only thing my employer needs is for me to fax them a copy of a CDL - Class B License. I won't have to actually operate a vehicle which requires it. After I obtain the license, I will graduate from my training program (which requires obtaining a license) and obtain a full time position (which does not require a license).

It is my understanding that I can obtain a CDL - Class B License without taking a DOT drug test. Correct me if I am wrong. As I figure it, the only downside could be an expensive co-pay, or my insurance not covering it at all... Perhaps I should research what my health insurance coverage is for DOT physicals.

Yes you can get your cdl without a drug test. It is the employers responsibility to test you for drugs before you drive a vehicle over 26,000 pounds.

***Sec*** · 11-11-2008, 11:25 PM

Insurance won't cover a DOT physical. Your best bet is to find a physician who will give you a DOT physical but bill your insurance as a regular check-up/physical.

Employment medicals aren't covered under insurance because they are seen as elective; not medically necessary.

zonecode88 · 11-13-2008, 12:35 AM

Very very good to know that, Sec. Luckily, it looks like I don't have to go down that road.

Yesterday, I asked a co-worker to schedule me an appointment at the medical clinic that my company uses and pays for. I asked her to schedule me for a DOT physical. I told her there was no need to waste company money on a drug test because a medical card does not require one. I listened to her place the call, and the person at the clinic did not have any problems with it.

I think I may have dodged the bullet with this one. But I will wait til after my appointment on Friday to do my celebration dance.... (safety dance)

zonecode88 · 11-14-2008, 10:47 PM

Good News!

Today I had my DOT physical. Although they asked about it a couple times, I did not need to take a drug test. They found it rather odd that my company was paying for a physical and not a UA, but I explained to them that I took a UA for pre-employment when I started with my company, and now the company just needs me to have a medical card. Now the card will be mailed to my office next week.

Looking back, I could have easily subbed during this appointment if I had to. They have you piss first, and then go down the hall for the physical afterward....

...anyway, bullet successfully dodged! I hope my account might help others in the same position.

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