Communication from the NRCME:
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has learned that some Medical Examiners (MEs) listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) are completing the driver’s Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) incorrectly. To correct any misunderstandings, FMCSA is providing the examples of completed MECs below.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has learned that some Medical Examiners (MEs) listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (National Registry) are completing the driver’s Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MEC) incorrectly. To correct any misunderstandings, FMCSA is providing the examples of completed MECs below.
We’ve had quite a bit of discussion in multiple sessions about the 13 FMCSA standards or rules that must be followed when certified medical examiners are performing commercial driver exams, but that there is a considerable amount of judgement required for many of the determination decisions we make.
In the world of healthcare, metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) hold immense importance. These tools help professionals measure and evaluate performance, track progress, and identify areas for improvement.
In this blog post, we will delve into the recent DOT updates discussed in Dr. Larry Earl’s special session. We will cover the alternative vision standard, the elimination of the vision exemption program, and the proposed rulemaking for oral fluids testing.
A great occupational medicine program works in partnership with employers to “co-design” services that ensure the employees of the company are safe and healthy.
At it’s core, occupational medicine specialists work to diagnose, treat, and prevent occupational illnesses. They also educate employers about safety issues in the workplace. A good occupational health specialist will always be looking for ways to improve the safety practices of their clients’ workplaces while educating them on what they can do themselves at home or in the office to avoid injury.
At some point in the development of your occupational medicine services you are going to be looking at effective ways to expand the practice.
As I think about the “core” services, we are actually interacting with a very small percentage of our employee populations.
In the field of occupational medicine, healthcare professionals often find themselves grappling with various legal aspects that can impact their practice. From navigating worker’s compensation laws to understanding legal obligations related to medical records, it is crucial for healthcare professionals to stay informed and up-to-date. In this blog post, we will delve into some of the key medico-legal issues in occupational medicine and provide insights and recommendations to help healthcare practitioners navigate these complex challenges.
There are many situations where a commercial driver has a medical condition that does not fall neatly into the “rules” regulating the medical certification of a driver pursuant to 49CFR391.41. Kidney disease is one of those conditions. Of the 13 medical standards, none address kidney disease, per se.
Questions: Post Pandemic partnership with EAP, OHP, and Employers
1. How does and EAP provide both clinical counseling and work life assistance?