Driver Evaluation Program 

Clinical Excellence in Driver's Evaluation

The Alexian Brothers Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, in partnership with the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, provide Driver Evaluation services that offer clients convenient access to the same expert care that has earned RIC the ranking of "Best Rehabilitation Hospital in America" by U.S. News & World Report every year since 1991.

Improved Safety & Quality of Life

The service is provided by Occupational Therapists in conjunction with a certified driving instructor.

  • Two Part Evaluation:  

The in-clinic portion is completed by the Occupational Therapist.  It determines if the client meets the visual requirement set by the state for driving.  It assesses the skills an individual needs for driving.  These skills include attention, sign recognition, problem-solving abilities and reaction time.  The in-clinic portion also looks at the person's physical status to determine if any adaptive equipment is needed.

The behind-the-wheel portion assesses the client's driving abilities on all types of roads, including the interstate.  Adaptive equipment is used if indicated by the Occupational Therapist.

  • Results:

The information learned from the in-clinic and the behind-the-wheel portions of the driver's evaluation are shared with the client.  It is determined that the client is safe to drive, not safe to drive, or would benefit from training to try and improve his/her on-the-road safety for driving.

The results of the Driver Evaluation are faxed to the physician.  Clients who "pass" are instructed to talk with their physician before they resume driving.  Clients who need further training are scheduled.  Clients who fail are also told to contact their physician.  If a physician feels based on all the information on hand that a patient should not drive, he/she should notify the Secretary of State.

Outstanding Patient Satisfaction

  • According to patient surveys, 99% of Alexian Brothers Outpatient Rehabilitation patients would recommend our services to their family and friends.

Easy Referral Process

  • Fast and easy referral process
  • A prescription from a physician is required. The prescription should state, "Occupational Therapy for Driver's Evaluation" and should also indicate the client's diagnosis.
  • The client must have a current license or driver's permit.
  • The in-clinic portion of the driver evaluation is billed as Occupational Therapy. It is covered by Medicare and any insurance plan that covers outpatient therapy.
  • The on-the-road portion of the evaluation is completed by the driving instructor.

There is an out-of-pocket cost for which payment is expected on the day of service. Please use the contact number listed below to obtain the current rates. 

  • The evaluation takes approximately 3 hours. 1 hour for the in-clinic portion, 1 ½ hours for the on-the-road portion, and 30 minutes to discuss the results.
  • The results of the evaluation are faxed to the referring physician. In Illinois, a physician, the police, or a court can revoke a person's license.  A physician is responsible to report any driver he/she believes to be unsafe.  Our purpose is to provide the physician with information to assist with this important decision.

Our Convenient location in the Northwest Suburbs

  • To refer a patient to the Alexian Rehabilitation Driver's Evaluation Program, simply call us. We'll take it from there.                        
 Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital  
 935 Beisner Road 
 Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
 For Information & Scheduling:         847-640-3119 
 Our Fax Line:                                   847-981-2034 

 

  • An appointment for a Driver's Evaluation may be scheduled for any day of the week.

Achieving the Best Life Possible

Alexian Rehabilitation is dedicated to helping people with all levels and types of physical disabilities regain or improve their physical functions and empowering them to participate more fully in family, social, vocational, leisure time pursuits, and community reintegration.

Our Hospitals

Alexian Brothers Medical Center

800 Biesterfield Road
Elk Grove Village, IL
60007
847-437-5500

Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital

935 Beisner Road
Elk Grove Village, IL
60007
847-640-5600

St. Alexius Medical Center

1555 Barrington Road
Hoffman Estates, IL
60169
847-843-2000

Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital

1650 Moon Lake Boulevard
Hoffman Estates, IL
60169
800-432-5005

Alexian Brothers Center for Mental Health

3436 N. Kennicott Ave.
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
847-952-7460 

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