NJ MVC Medical review process
Medical review is conducted on a case-by-case basis
and can be a complex process. The following information provides you a general
overview of how the process works:
After
receiving information about a motorist, MVC may send them a letter stating that
a medical review is required. The letter includes medical forms that must be
completed by a physician
The
motorist must visit a physician and return the forms within 45 days. Failure to
return the medical forms on time will result in a license suspension
The
physician's findings will determine the next steps in the Medical Review
process, which may range from indefinite license suspension to a restricted
license, to no action required. Many times, additional information or tests are
required before the medical review can continue and a decision can be made
In
instances where a seizure disorder, syncope condition or recurrent loss of
motor coordination has been identified, a 15-day direct order may be issued
according to NJAC 13:19-5.2
Approximately
55% of cases are referred to doctors on MVC's Medical Advisory Panel. These
doctors review information and test results provided by the driver’s personal
physician—the Medical Advisory Panel does not perform examinations or
communicate directly with drivers. This process takes approximately 3-4 weeks
The
medical review may result in:
Restricted
driving privileges
Suspension
of driving privileges
Re-exam
Regular
monitoring and reporting of medical conditions
You
can appeal the administrative action by submitting a written hearing request in
accordance with NJAC 13:19-1.1, however, if a direct order of suspension has
been issued, a hearing request will not stop the impending suspension. (NJAC
13:19-5.2)
Source: hhttp://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/medical_review_process.htm
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