Insulin-Treated Diabetes Exemption Withdrawn
Insulin-Treated Diabetes Exemption Withdrawn.pdf
On February 21, 2019 (84 FR 5549) the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) withdrew its September 3, 2003, notice concerning exemptions for certain individuals with insulin-treated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) and its November 8, 2005, revision. This action is in response to the Qualifications of Drivers; Diabetes Standard final rule, published on September 19, 2018, which revised the physical qualifications standard for ITDM individuals who wish to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce. The revised standard allows certified medical examiners, in consultation with the treating clinician, to evaluate and determine whether to grant an ITDM individual a medical examiner's certificate (MEC) to drive a CMV in interstate commerce. FMCSA has determined, therefore, that an exemption program for ITDM individuals is no longer necessary. This notice is applicable February 21, 2019.
