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Type 2 Diabetes

Discussion in 'Driver Health' started by Luman, Jan 9, 2008.

  1. Jan 9, 2008 #1
    Luman

    Luman Bobtail Member

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    I have type 2 diabetes. I went in to renew my physical today. My BP was below 140/90, and I passed everything else. However, the dr. would only give me a one year certificate. When I questioned him on it he said that it was Concentra Medical policy that anyone with diabetes only gets one year.

    I fit within all parameters set forth by dot under 49 cfr 391.41-49, but they wouldn't budge. I don't really appreciate them making up their own rules, and I'd like to know what I can do to fight this crap.

    (b)(3) Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of diabetes mellitus currently requiring insulin for control;

    I have type 2 and I don't need insulin.

    (b)(6) Has no current clinical diagnosis of high blood pressure likely to interfere with his/her ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely

    My bp is below 140/90.
     
    Luman, Jan 9, 2008
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  3. Jan 9, 2008 #2
    W5IT

    W5IT Light Load Member

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    I have type 2 as well. But I do not take Concentra. I take Glimpride once a day and watch what I eat. My BP runs around 120/70 or close to it. My doctor gave me a 2 year the last time I re-new'd.

    BTW, I thought Concentra was a epilepsy (sp?) medicine?????
     
    W5IT, Jan 9, 2008
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  4. Jan 9, 2008 #3
    RNGTransport

    RNGTransport Light Load Member

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    Concenta is the name of the facility doing to physical.......
     
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  5. Jan 9, 2008 #4
    myminpins

    myminpins Road Train Member

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    Most only get one year now with Type 2. You probably also cannot cross into Canada. I know truckers here with Type 2 cannot cross into the USA.

    It's annoying but at least it's permissable and you still have a CDL :)
     
    myminpins, Jan 9, 2008
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  7. Jan 9, 2008 #5
    W5IT

    W5IT Light Load Member

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    Ahhhhhhhhhhhh.... My goof.. My wife takes Concerta. (If I spelled it right) So that is what threw me the curve.....
     
    W5IT, Jan 9, 2008
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  8. Jan 9, 2008 #6
    W5IT

    W5IT Light Load Member

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    Well if you are insulin dependant you can't drive commercially here. But if it is controlled by diet and oral medicine you are OK.

    Like I posted, my Doctor did my medical for 2 years the last time. Told me as long as I continue to keep all my blood levels in check, he will continue to do the same. (He has my blood work done every 3 months)
     
    W5IT, Jan 9, 2008
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  9. Jan 9, 2008 #7
    pjw044

    pjw044 Heavy Load Member

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    ya'll need to check with FMCSA....there is now an exemption for insulin taking diabetics..
     
    pjw044, Jan 9, 2008
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  10. Jan 9, 2008 #8
    Luman

    Luman Bobtail Member

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    I'm not on insulin. I use pills and diet to maintain my sugar levels. My BP is below 140/90. My family dr. will give me a two year certificate. However, the company I am trying to get hired by dictated that I go to Concentra Medical Center. It is their in-house policy to only give 1 year certification to anyone that has diabetes...which is contrary to the guidelines/requirements of FMCSA.
     
    Luman, Jan 9, 2008
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  11. Jan 9, 2008 #9
    pjw044

    pjw044 Heavy Load Member

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    I think any company can set their own guidelines as long as it does not violate FMCSA policy.. i've heard some companys will not hire diabetics type 1 or 2...Too many changes in the last few years for such backward thinking, medicene and treatment have come along way..
     
    pjw044, Jan 9, 2008
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  12. Jan 10, 2008 #10
    myminpins

    myminpins Road Train Member

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    Yup, but I believe you CAN drive in Canada if you are insulin dependent but I'm not sure about that.
     
    myminpins, Jan 10, 2008
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