Who needs one
Drivers of commercial motor vehicles, including CDL holders, need a current DOT medical certificate to stay on the road.
Not sure if your job calls for one? Your employer or safety manager can tell you.
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DOT physicals
DOT physicals for commercial drivers, right here in Bayonne.
Need your DOT medical card for a CDL or another commercial driving job? Dr. Noah De Koyer, DC does the exam right here at South Cove Commons, then submits your medical card to the FMCSA National Registry for you.
120 Lefante Way, Bayonne, NJ 07002, inside The Wellness Group of Bayonne. Appointment only, no walk-ins.
What to bring
- Your driver's license
- Glasses, contact lenses or hearing aids, if you use them
- A list of your medications, with doses and the doctors who prescribe them
- Records for any ongoing condition, like a CPAP report for sleep apnea or recent notes from your doctor about diabetes or your heart
- Any federal exemption paperwork you already have
Booking and hours
Appointment only, booked through Hudson.
DOT medical cards are done at Hudson DNA and Drug Testing's satellite office for medical cards, inside The Wellness Group of Bayonne. There are no walk-ins, so call Hudson to set your time.
Book your exam
Appointments must be made through Hudson DNA and Drug Testing, LLC.
(201) 994-6594No walk-ins
| Day | DOT physicals |
|---|---|
| Mon, Wed, Fri | 9 to 1, 3 to 6 |
| Tuesday | 3 to 6 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 to 11 |
Your medical card
- No trip to the DMV. Dr. Noah submits your medical card to the FMCSA National Registry, and the registry and the DMV are connected.
- If there's a problem with your card, contact Hudson or call the CDL medical card line at (609) 292-5151. The new system started February 23, 2026, so some records may take a little time to transfer.
- Got a letter? You can disregard it. Those letters are generated automatically and are no longer used.
The exam
What the exam covers.
Every DOT physical follows the same federal standards, so you know what to expect before you walk in.
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1
Your health history
You fill out the driver's section of the federal Medical Examination Report form, then go over it with Dr. Noah.
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2
Vision and hearing
The standard is 20/40 in each eye, with or without glasses, and hearing a forced whisper at five feet, with or without a hearing aid. You'll also be asked to tell red, green and amber apart.
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3
Blood pressure, urine test and exam
A blood pressure and pulse check, a physical exam, and a urine test that checks for protein, blood and sugar. The urine test is not a drug test.
How long your card lasts
A DOT medical certificate is good for up to 24 months. The examiner can certify you for a shorter time when a condition like high blood pressure needs to be watched.
Standards from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (49 CFR 391.41). Read more at FMCSA.
Book your DOT physical.
Appointments are made through Hudson DNA and Drug Testing. No walk-ins.