Miami Immigration Physical

Board-certified physicians and USCIS-designated civil surgeons caring for immigration applicants throughout Miami, FL. 

If you are applying for a green card or adjusting your immigration status, a USCIS-designated civil surgeon must complete your medical examination and prepare Form I-693. Our board-certified physicians perform the Miami, FL immigration physical and manage each part of the process, from the exam and testing to the sealed paperwork USCIS requires. Health Care Centers of Florida has cared for South Florida patients since 1980. We prepare your documentation accurately so your application stays on schedule, and we explain each step along the way. Schedule your appointment when you are ready.

Immigration Physical Provider in Miami, FL

An immigration medical examination is a required health screening for many people seeking a visa, a green card, or adjustment of status. It confirms that an applicant is not inadmissible to the United States on health-related grounds. Only a physician designated by USCIS as a civil surgeon may perform the exam and complete the official documentation.

Where you file determines who examines you. Applicants completing their case through a U.S. consulate abroad are seen by an overseas panel physician, while applicants adjusting status inside the United States are seen by a civil surgeon here. We serve patients of every age and background, including single applicants, married couples, families filing together, and students or visitors who need medical clearance.

Immigration Physical Services We Offer in Miami

Each Miami immigration physical follows the same federal standard, though the details differ from one applicant to the next. Some patients arrive with complete records and finish in a single visit, while others need vaccinations or additional testing before the form can be signed. The appointment generally includes the following:

• Medical History Review. We review past illnesses, surgeries, current medications, and known conditions. This gives the examining physician an accurate picture before the physical exam begins.
• Physical Examination. Our physician checks vital signs, listens to the heart and lungs, and evaluates your general health. The goal is to identify any condition that affects admissibility or requires follow-up.
• Vaccination Review and Administration. We compare your immunization records against the federal schedule for immigration applicants. If a required dose is missing, we can administer it during the same visit.
• Tuberculosis and Communicable Disease Screening. Federal requirements include testing for tuberculosis and syphilis, among other conditions. Depending on your history, this may involve a skin test, a blood test, or a referral for a chest X-ray.
• Laboratory Testing. We collect samples in the office and send them to certified laboratories. Results are documented and added to your file for the application.
• Form I-693 Completion and Sealing. Once every requirement is met, your civil surgeon completes and signs Form I-693 and places it in a sealed envelope. You submit that sealed envelope to USCIS, and you should not open it.
• Follow-Up Care and Referrals. If a finding requires further attention, we arrange follow-up testing or refer you to an appropriate specialist. We remain involved until your documentation is finished.
• Support for Families and Children. Family-based cases often involve applicants of different ages. We adjust each evaluation to the individual while keeping every file compliant with federal guidelines.

Why Choose Health Care Centers of Florida for Immigration Physicals in Miami, FL?

Choosing the right civil surgeon protects your case. A mistake on the form, a missing vaccination, or a broken envelope seal can prompt a Request for Evidence and delay your application. Our process is designed to complete your examination correctly the first time.

USCIS-Designated Civil Surgeons

Our board-certified physicians hold the USCIS designation required to perform immigration medical examinations and to complete and seal Form I-693. Our providers trained in the United States, hold active Florida licenses, and work with adjustment of status and green card applicants regularly. That experience allows us to identify issues early and keep your application on track. We explain our findings throughout the visit, so nothing on the completed form is unexpected.

Bilingual Care and Local Roots

Health Care Centers of Florida has cared for South Florida since 1980, and our Miami office serves the surrounding communities. Our physicians and staff speak English and Spanish, so you can ask questions and understand each answer in the language you prefer. We accept many insurance plans and offer affordable options for patients paying out of pocket. Families filing together can frequently be seen during the same visit, which keeps related applications moving on a similar schedule and reduces the number of trips you make to the office. After your immigration visit, you are welcome to continue with us for primary care in Miami.

Understanding Immigration Physicals

Conditions and Requirements We Review

The immigration medical examination reviews a specific set of health issues defined by federal immigration and public health requirements, rather than serving as a general checkup. We screen for the conditions reviewed at every immigration physical, which generally include:

• Communicable diseases of public health significance, such as tuberculosis and syphilis
• Proof of required vaccinations for your age group, set by CDC vaccination instructions
• Physical or mental disorders associated with harmful behavior
• Drug abuse or drug addiction

Most applicants meet these requirements without difficulty. When the examination identifies a concern, it is recorded as either a Class A or a Class B finding. A Class A condition can affect admissibility and may require treatment or a waiver before your case proceeds. A Class B finding is documented for the record but generally does not stop your application. We explain either outcome and the next step it requires.

What Should You Expect from Your Immigration Physical?

You remain involved throughout the appointment. We explain what each step checks and why it matters for your application. If a result requires a second look, we tell you the same day and review your options, rather than leaving it for a notice from USCIS.

• A review of your medical and vaccination history with the physician
• A physical exam covering vital signs, heart, lungs, eyes, and general health
• Required laboratory work and tuberculosis testing, with a chest X-ray referral only if needed
• Any vaccinations you still need, administered during the visit
• A completed Form I-693, signed and sealed for you to submit

What Is the Typical Treatment Timeline?

Timelines depend on your health history and the completeness of your records, so we avoid firm guarantees. Since December 2024, Form I-693 must be submitted together with your green card application, which makes completing the examination on time especially important.

• Most examinations finish in one visit when your records are complete
• Missing vaccinations or records can add a short follow-up visit
• A positive tuberculosis screen calls for further evaluation before the form is signed
• Laboratory results usually take a few days to return
• Your civil surgeon signs Form I-693 only after every requirement has been met

What Should You Bring to Your First Visit?

Preparing your family medical history before the visit speeds the review. Many patients also use the appointment to begin ongoing care, and a brief list of questions for your doctor, along with a plan for regular checkups, helps them stay on top of their health afterward.

• A valid government-issued photo ID
• The current edition of Form I-693 with Part 1 completed and left unsigned
• Any vaccination records you have, including childhood records
• A list of your medications and major medical history
• Prior test results or specialist records for any ongoing condition

What Are Some Important Florida Immigration Physical Resources?

You have the right to confirm that your exam meets federal standards and that your physician is properly designated. A few official sources can help you verify details and understand the process before and after your appointment.

• Florida Department of Health: State public health information and local clinic resources
• Florida Board of Medicine: To verify a physician’s state license
• The USCIS directory to find a civil surgeon and confirm a physician’s current designation
• USCIS guidance on vaccination requirements for immigration applicants

These resources are for verification and general information. They do not replace a conversation with your physician or your immigration attorney about your specific case.

Contact Health Care Centers of Florida

Your immigration case is important, and the medical examination should not be the step that delays it. When you visit us, you meet a board-certified physician who is also a designated civil surgeon, completes the exam, and prepares your sealed Form I-693 to USCIS standards. Most appointments are scheduled promptly, and we explain in advance what to bring so a second visit is rarely necessary. Contact us to arrange your Miami immigration physical, and we will guide you through each step.