Since the release of new regulations last year, many physicians have told the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) that they are confused about the requirements for reporting patients with diabetes to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The physicians have also said they’re concerned that over-reporting could have a negative impact on their patients who really need to drive.
In response, PennDOT developed a list of frequently asked questions to help clarify their interpretation of the regulations for physicians. The FAQ addresses questions such as which diabetic patients must be reported to PennDOT, how PennDOT defines severe hypoglycemic reaction and symptomatic hyperglycemia, and when physicians can use their discretion in determining whether to report a patient.
Pennsylvania law requires physicians and other health care professionals to report to PennDOT patients 16 years of age or older who are diagnosed with a condition that the PennDOT Medical Advisory Board has identified as affecting their ability to drive safely.
Read more on the PennDOT impaired driver reporting requirement.