Why am I on Medical Review?
The Medical Review Services (MRS) team places Virginia drivers on medical review based on medical conditions, medications, and/or events that could impair their ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, even temporarily. Most outcomes require drivers to comply with certain requirements or periodically submit updated medical information to the MRS Team. Please see the possible outcomes below for more information.
What are possible outcomes of Medical Review?
The Medical Review Team will evaluate your medical condition, usage of medication, or event as it pertains to driver safety. Pursuant to policies stablished in consultation with Virginia's Governor-appointed Medical Advisory Board, you may need to comply with any of the following requirements:
- You may be required to successfully complete the DMV knowledge and/or road skills test;
- You may be required to sign up for an evaluation by a Certified Independent Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS);
- You may be put on a periodic review with the Medical Review Services team;
- Please refer to the hub for Periodic Review customers
- Your driving privilege may be reinstated or remain in "licensed" status and no further action would be required for the occurrence.
- You may be able to retain your driving privilege, but with specified restrictions in place (no night driving, required adaptive equipment, etc.);
- Your driving privilege may be temporarily suspended; you will be re-contacted by MRS to continue your review at a later date to potentially restore your driving privilege;
- Your medical condition, medication, or event may require suspension of your driving privilege; and/or
- You may be able to retain your driving privilege without requirements or restrictions.
The Medical Review Services team will provide detailed information on your next steps via phone or letter. Outcomes are based upon the information received from the medical provider and the condition MRS is reviewing.
Additional information:
- If you wish to show cause why this DMV action should not be taken, see the Appeals Process.
- The Medical Advisory Board