(1) Applicants or licensed drivers with static musculoskeletal or static neuromuscular disorders who demonstrate that they can safely operate a motor vehicle with or without the use of aids and devices based on an examination or reexamination as outlined in Fl. Admin. Code R. 15A-5.0021, may be required to submit a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18, incorporated by reference in Fl. Admin. Code R. 15A-5.004, for review by the Board. Applicants or licensed drivers may be exempted from further reviews since these conditions are static and not likely to progress. A copy of the form is available on the Department’s website.
    (2) Applicants or licensed drivers with progressive musculoskeletal and progressive neuromuscular disorders will be required to submit a Medical Report, HSMV 72423, effective 07/18, incorporated by reference in Fl. Admin. Code R. 15A-5.004, from their treating physician indicating they have the mental and physical ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. These applicants or licensed drivers must provide periodic follow-up medical information as recommended by the Board due to the progressive nature of these disorders. They may also be required by the Board to take an examination or reexamination as outlined in Fl. Admin. Code R. 15A-5.0021 A copy of the form is available on the Department’s website.
Rulemaking Authority 322.02(6), 322.125(7), 322.126(1) FS. Law Implemented 322.05(7), (10), 322.125(1), (2), (3), 322.126(1), 322.221(2)(c) FS. History-New 7-5-81, Amended 6-27-82, Formerly 15A-5.09, Amended 7-31-18.