The Medical Certificate Myth: What Losing Your CDL Card Really Means for Truckers When a truck driver's medical certificate expires or is revoked, it's easy to assume that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) will kick in.
However, this assumption overlooks the fact that losing your Commercial Driver's License (CDL) medical card does not automatically qualify you for SSDI.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires truckers to undergo regular physical exams to ensure they meet strict safety standards.