Psychiatric Care Across Massachusetts. Telehealth and In-Person in Medway
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Greater Boston Psychiatric Services
RMV evaluations for OUI, DUI, Immediate Threat and ignition interlock cases, completed by secure video or in person at our Medway office.
Written for RMV and court review, with your history, method and findings stated clearly
Completed in as little as 48 hours when your hearing is close
$450 flat, or $525 when you need both RMV evaluations
A written report you can provide to the RMV, a court or your attorney, as required
We coordinate dates and documents with your attorney
RMV Evaluations for Buzzards Bay Drivers
After an OUI or DUI, an Immediate Threat determination or an interlock violation, most drivers need an RMV-required clinical evaluation before reinstatement is considered. We complete these evaluations for adults in Buzzards Bay. Buzzards Bay drivers include residents of Buzzards Bay village, Monument Beach, Pocasset, Gray Gables, Cataumet and Sagamore.
Buzzards Bay clients can meet with us by secure video from home, which means no drive to Medway. If you would rather meet face to face, our office is at 165 Main Street, Suite 111A, Medway, MA 02053.
Buzzards Bay Village, Bourne and the Canal
Buzzards Bay sits at the head of the bay of the same name, at the Cape Cod Canal's western end. The Bourne Bridge and the Sagamore Bridge carry traffic over the canal, and those crossings are what make a trip to Medway a real commitment for Upper Cape residents. That is why we built our RMV evaluations around secure video: you can complete the evaluation from home in Buzzards Bay, Pocasset or Cataumet without planning around bridge traffic.
If your RMV notice or a letter from your attorney lists a Bourne address, the Town of Bourne and Buzzards Bay are the same jurisdiction for court purposes. Use whichever name appears on your paperwork when you complete our intake form.
Local Courts and RMV Offices for Buzzards Bay Drivers
OUI cases arising in Buzzards Bay are heard at Falmouth District Court, 161 Jones Road, Falmouth, MA, which serves Bourne, Falmouth and Mashpee. Buzzards Bay is a village of the Town of Bourne, so its drivers are under Bourne's court and RMV jurisdiction. The closest RMV Service Center on the Cape is in South Yarmouth, and there is also a Plymouth RMV Service Center across the canal. Hearings for suspensions are held by phone, so you do not need to travel to an RMV office for them.
The RMV is separate from the courts. Even after your Buzzards Bay court case is resolved, the RMV may have its own requirements, including this evaluation, before your license is reinstated.
Which RMV Evaluation Do You Need?
Your RMV letter or hearing notice lists your requirements. We offer both evaluations the RMV typically asks for, separately or together:
Substance Abuse Evaluation with Risk of Recidivism: the most common requirement after an OUI, DUI or Immediate Threat suspension.
RMV Psychiatric Evaluation (Form MAB118): required when the RMV has concerns about mental health or medications.
Both, combined: one appointment at the combined rate.
What Is a Risk of Recidivism Assessment?
A risk of recidivism assessment is the clinician's written opinion on how likely you are to have another alcohol- or drug-related driving offense. It is attached to your substance abuse evaluation, which is why many people call it a "letter of recidivism." It draws on your substance use history, any prior offenses, the treatment and recovery steps you've taken, and your mental health history.
The RMV does not waive this requirement. Until it is completed, your suspension can remain in place indefinitely, so it's worth getting it done early.
How the Process Works
Complete the quick form. Include your hearing date and your attorney's name if you have one.
Meet with your clinician. A one-hour interview by secure video, or in person at our Medway office.
We complete your report. Your substance abuse evaluation and risk of recidivism assessment.
You receive your written report, which you can provide to the RMV so you can move forward with your hearing.
Turnaround: in as little as 48 hours when your hearing is close. Tell us your date and we'll prioritize accordingly.
What the Evaluation Assesses
Alcohol and drug use history, including current use or abstinence
Prior offenses and driving history
Past and current treatment, support groups and recovery steps
Mental health and medical history relevant to driving safety
A risk of recidivism opinion, with recommendations when clinically appropriate
Serving the Upper Cape and the Buzzards Bay Shoreline
Greater Boston Psychiatric Services provides RMV evaluations across the Buzzards Bay area, from the Cape Cod Canal communities of Bourne and Sandwich, through Falmouth and Mashpee, to the shoreline towns of Wareham, Marion, Mattapoisett and Fairhaven, and up to Plymouth. Whichever town you live in, the evaluation is the same and can be done by secure video or in person at our Medway office.
Nearby pages: Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, Mashpee, Wareham, Marion, Mattapoisett, Fairhaven and Plymouth.
Clients in the Buzzards Bay area who also need ongoing care can browse all of our psychiatric services, all available by secure video or in person at our Medway office.
Pricing
Substance Abuse Evaluation with Risk of Recidivism: $450
Substance Abuse Evaluation + RMV Psychiatric Evaluation: $525
Expedited scheduling (add-on): +$225
Payment
This evaluation is self-pay only. RMV-required evaluations are a legal requirement rather than medical treatment, so we are not able to bill insurance, Medicare or Medicaid. Payment is collected at the time of your appointment. See our Good Faith Estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which court handles OUI cases from Buzzards Bay?
OUI cases arising in Buzzards Bay are heard at Falmouth District Court. The RMV evaluation is a separate requirement from anything the court orders.
Do I have to travel from Buzzards Bay to be evaluated?
No. Buzzards Bay residents can complete the entire evaluation by secure video. In-person appointments are available at our Medway office if you prefer.
Can I complete the evaluation by video?
Yes, you can complete the evaluation by video. The clinical content and reporting are the same whether you attend by video or in person; confirm any acceptance requirements with the RMV, the court or your attorney before you schedule.
How fast can I get my evaluation?
In as little as 48 hours when your hearing is close. Expedited scheduling is available for an additional $225. Let us know your hearing date when you contact us.
Do I need both a substance abuse evaluation and a psychiatric evaluation?
Some RMV cases require only one; others require both. Check your RMV notice, or send it to us and we'll confirm before you schedule. A combined rate applies if you need both.
Can you evaluate ignition interlock violations?
Yes. We complete RMV evaluations for interlock violations as well as OUI, DUI and Immediate Threat cases.
Will you work with my attorney?
Yes. List your attorney on the intake form and we'll coordinate dates and documents.
What happens to the results?
Following your evaluation you receive a written report to provide to the RMV, a court or your attorney, as required.
Does completing this evaluation guarantee my license will be reinstated?
No. The RMV hearing officer makes that decision, and the RMV or a court may have additional requirements. This evaluation satisfies one specific requirement in that process.
Is what I share confidential?
Yes. Your evaluation is handled under the same clinical confidentiality standards as any other appointment, with the exception of a written report you may need to provide to the RMV.
Impaired Driving Data for Buzzards Bay
Between 2021 and 2025, MassDOT recorded 3,311 crashes in Bourne. Of these, 117 involved suspected alcohol, 32 involved suspected drug use, and 7 were fatal. Buzzards Bay is a village within Bourne, and MassDOT reports crashes by town, so these are the Bourne figures.
Source: MassDOT IMPACT Crash Data Portal, accessed October 2026. "Suspected" flags reflect what was recorded at the scene and likely undercount impaired driving, and a crash count is not a count of people or OUI charges.
Evaluators look at more than a single arrest. Our article on recidivism, mental health and RMV evaluations explains how clinicians assess recidivism risk, including the role of OCD, other mental health conditions and medications. See also the conditions we treat.
Also Serving Drivers Near Buzzards Bay
We also provide RMV evaluations in Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, Wareham, Mashpee and Plymouth. See our regional page for other nearby communities.