What is a TLC medical exam?
A Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) medical exam, an essential step for obtaining a TLC driver's license, assesses if an individual's physical and mental health meets the Taxi and Limousine Commission’s stringent standards.
The TLC medical exam evaluates the applicant's medical history, including any pertinent details from their family's medical history. During the TLC medical exam, a licensed physician or healthcare provider performs various tests and health screenings to determine if the applicant can operate a vehicle and provide transportation services safely.
The results of this evaluation will be recorded on a TLC Medical Certification Form or a TLC medical exam form, which must be submitted along with other required documents for the TLC application process. The attending healthcare provider must also sign this TLC medical clearance form, indicating the applicant's overall physical and mental fitness to hold a TLC driver's license.
Candidates under 50 with driver's licenses frequently undergo a TLC medical exam every two years. Meanwhile, those over 50 years old are required to do so annually. This ensures that the individual's physical and mental fitness has not changed significantly since their previous evaluation.










