Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Have a question before your appointment? Here are the ones we hear most, covering DOT and non-DOT physicals, drug and alcohol testing, respirator fit testing, hearing exams, our hours, and what to bring with you. Dr. Brian K. Bowcock, D.C. has served the New Bedford and South Coast area for years as a Certified Medical Examiner for the FMCSA, and our newly renovated center is set up to get you in, taken care of, and back to work. If your question isn’t answered below, get in touch with us today!
$90 per exam, for both DOT and non-DOT physicals.
Call us at (508) 997-3600, or fill out the request form on our Schedule page with your name and email and we’ll get back to you to confirm.
84 Huttleston Ave, Fairhaven, MA 02719. We have ample parking, including a large lot across the street, so there’s room for your truck.
It’s a comprehensive evaluation by a certified medical examiner. Your exam includes:
- Blood pressure test
- Vision test
- Eye, throat, mouth, and ear examination
- Aural heart and lung examination
- Check for deformities of the spine
- Neurological examination
- Check for abdominal abnormalities
- Hernia check
We also take your pulse, height, weight, and BMI, perform a urinalysis, and review your complete medical history — including your ability to perform the tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle safely.
No. DOT physical exams do not currently include drug or alcohol testing, though your employer may require it separately. We offer both services here, so you can get them done in one trip.
No. The urinalysis is part of the physical and screens for organ and kidney function.
A non-DOT physical (or pre-employment physical) is a medical exam that isn’t required or regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Employers typically require them for safety-sensitive positions to confirm an employee is physically and mentally able to do the job safely. Same price, $90.
DOT drug testing that meets FMCSA requirements, panel drug screening for employment requirements, and breath alcohol testing with a state-of-the-art breathalyzer in office. Call us for pricing and turnaround — we’ll help you decide which test you actually need.
We do, and we test all brands and models — N95s and SCBAs included. We offer both qualitative and quantitative fit testing, we follow OSHA protocols, and we provide the required documentation after your test. Fit tests should be repeated regularly, especially after a change in respirator model or a noticeable weight change.
Yes — audiometry exams for OSHA and MSHA compliance. You’ll wear headphones while an audiometer generates pure tones across a range of frequencies and volumes. It’s the standard test for tracking hearing loss in a workplace hearing conservation program.
Yes. Give us a call and we’ll build a program around what your workforce needs — pre-employment screening, random testing, physicals, fit tests, or hearing exams. We work with businesses of all sizes across the South Coast.