Immigration Physicals
Immigration Physical Exams in the Bronx, NY
An immigration medical exam is the health check the U.S. government requires as part of a green card or adjustment-of-status application. It is not a test you can pass or fail — it confirms your vaccination history and screens for a short list of conditions, and the results are sealed and given to you for your application.
Who this is for
- Applicants for adjustment of status or a green card who have been asked for a medical examination
- Families completing applications together who want everyone seen at one office
- Patients who want the process explained in Spanish, step by step
- Anyone missing vaccination records who needs titer testing or catch-up vaccines
What happens at the visit
Book the appointment and bring your paperwork
Call the office and tell our staff the exam is for immigration. Bring your government-issued photo ID or passport and any forms you were given.
Medical history
The doctor reviews your past illnesses, surgeries, hospitalizations, medications and mental-health history, and asks about substance use. Answer honestly — the exam is a health review, not an interview about your case.
Physical examination
A standard head-to-toe exam: eyes, ears, nose, throat, heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, lymph nodes and extremities.
Vaccination review
Your record is checked against the vaccinations required for immigration. Anything missing can usually be given here, or confirmed with a blood titer test showing you're already immune.
Required testing
Screening tests are performed as required for the exam, which may include tuberculosis and bloodwork. Your doctor will explain each test before it's done.
Sealed results
Your completed forms are placed in a sealed envelope. Do not open it — it must reach the government sealed. You'll be told what to keep for your own records.
Ready when you are
Calling is the fastest way to be seen. Our staff answers in English or Spanish.
Missing vaccination records
Many people arrive without paperwork from childhood or from another country. That is normal and it does not stop the process.
There are two ways forward: receive the missing vaccines here at the office, or have a blood titer test that shows you're already immune. Your doctor will tell you which makes more sense for you and how long each option takes.
Confidentiality
Everything you tell your doctor stays in your medical record and is protected by federal privacy law. The information that goes to the government is only what the exam form requires, and it travels in a sealed envelope you carry yourself.
What to bring
- Passport or government-issued photo ID
- Any immigration paperwork or notices you received
- Every vaccination record you have, from any country
- A list of your current medications
- Records of past tuberculosis testing or treatment, if any
- Eyeglasses or contact lenses if you wear them
Insurance and cost
Immigration medical exams are generally not covered by health insurance because they are required for an application rather than for treatment. Vaccines and lab work done at the same visit may be covered by your plan.
Call (917) 801-0954 before your appointment and our staff will walk you through exactly what to expect on cost, including the self-pay fee for the exam and for any titer testing.
Self-pay patients are welcome. Ask our front desk what a visit will involve when you call so there are no surprises.
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Frequently asked questions
- Which forms will I get back?
- Please call the office before booking and our staff will confirm exactly which USCIS paperwork applies to your case and what you will receive.
- Is Dr. Slezinger a designated civil surgeon?
- Call (917) 801-0954 and our staff will confirm the designation and what it means for your application.
- What if I don't have my vaccination records?
- That's common. You can receive the missing vaccines at the office, or have a blood titer test that proves you're already immune. Either path keeps your application moving.
- Can I open the sealed envelope?
- No. The envelope must stay sealed until it reaches the government. If it's opened, the exam typically has to be repeated.
- Will an old medical condition hurt my application?
- The exam screens for a specific, limited list of conditions set by the government. Most health conditions have no effect at all, and your doctor will explain anything that comes up.
- Can my whole family be seen?
- Yes. Call the office and tell our staff how many people are applying so they can schedule the appointments together.
Related services
This page is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk with your physician about your own health. If this is a medical emergency, call 911.
Appointments
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