Driving Rehabilitation Program
St. Luke’s Occupational Therapy offers a medically based driving
rehabilitation program that begins with a clinical skills assessment and
may include a behind-the-wheel assessment.
The Clinical Skills Assesment:
Where can I schedule this assesment?
- In Duluth at St. Luke’s Lakeview Building
- In Hibbing at St. Luke's Hibbing Family Medical Clinic
- In Two Harbors at Lake View Hospital
What is the cost?
- The cost is typically covered by Medicare or other insurance.
What will happen during the assessment?
- Your vision, thinking skills and physical motor control will be tested.
- Your medical and driving history will be reviewed.
- The Driving Risk Calculator will be used to interpret the testing results.
What will happen with the results of the assessment?
- If four moderate risk scores or one high risk scores are identified, a
behind-the-wheel assessment will be recommended.
- Occupational therapy may be recommended.
The Behind-the-Wheel Assessment:
You must complete a clinical skills assessment prior to a behind-the-wheel
assessment.
Where can I I schedule this assessment?
- A list of vendors that provide behind-the-wheel assessments will be given
to you following the completion of the clinical skills assessment.
What is the cost?
- The cost is $200 if you choose the Northland Driving School in Duluth as
your behind-the-wheel assessor.
What do I need for the assessment?
- A valid driver’s license is required (permit or limited license).
If you do not have a license or permit, the driving instructor can help
you get one for the assessment.
Will I be using my own vehicle?
- No. A driver training vehicle will be used, not a driving simulation or
your own vehicle.
What will happen with the results of the assessment?
- The results of the behind-the-wheel assessment will be provided to the
referring physician to file with the state.
- Occupational therapy may be recommended.