The Russian Ministry of Health has developed a draft regulation for electronic medical examination of drivers

The Russian Ministry of Health has developed a draft new regulation for conducting mandatory and extraordinary medical examinations of drivers, as well as candidates for vehicle drivers. This was reported by the department's press service, TASS reports.

According to the developed document, medical reports will be generated electronically and placed in the federal register of documents in the protected circuit of the Unified State Information System in the field of healthcare (Uniform State Health Information System). Subsequently, this information will be automatically transmitted to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. At the same time, the citizen retains the right, upon personal request, to receive a paper copy of the conclusion.

This initiative was implemented in accordance with the federal law adopted in 2025. The regulatory act is aimed at improving approaches to assessing the health status of motorists and increasing the overall level of road safety.

The project also establishes a clear algorithm of actions when identifying health problems. If during a routine medical examination or during the provision of medical care a citizen is found to have signs of diseases that are contraindications or restrictions for driving, the medical organization will refer him for additional examination or treatment.

If the diagnosis is confirmed based on the results of these procedures, an electronic notification will be sent to the driver through State Services within one day. The document will order the citizen to undergo an extraordinary compulsory medical examination within three months. As noted by the Ministry, a paper copy of such a notification can also be issued at the request of the applicant.