Form I-693 Medical Exam in Palm Desert, CA

Sorting out your immigration medical exam in Palm Desert does not need to be stressful. Below you will find the full process, realistic costs for the Inland Empire, required documents, and answers to the questions Palm Desert applicants ask most. With about 51,163 residents, Palm Desert sits comfortably between big-city choice and small-town convenience — a few local options plus more in nearby Rancho Mirage.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (CA typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

Common languages:

NEW

Virtual immigration physical pre-consult

Not near a civil surgeon yet, or want to prepare before your appointment? Start online with Dapinder Kaur, FNP. Your virtual pre-consult walks you through the Form I-693 process, reviews your documents and vaccination records, and gets you ready — in English, Hindi, or Punjabi — so your in-person visit to seal the form is quick and stress-free.

A civil surgeon must still examine you in person and physically sign Form I-693. The virtual pre-consult prepares you; it does not replace the required exam.

Book online

Pick a time that suits you, from anywhere in California.

Document review

We check your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork.

Get matched

We point you to a civil surgeon to seal your Form I-693.

How the immigration physical works in Palm Desert

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Palm Desert applicants follow.

Book your visit

Schedule with a civil surgeon, or start with a virtual pre-consult if you want to prepare first.

Bring your documents

Photo ID, vaccination records, and any prior medical history related to required tests.

Physical exam

A general physical check, review of medical history, and a TB screening.

Vaccine review

The civil surgeon checks your immunization history and administers any missing required vaccines.

Receive Form I-693

Your civil surgeon seals the completed form. Do not open it — submit it sealed with your application.

What to bring to your appointment

Bringing the right documents is the difference between finishing in one visit and coming back a second time.

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Government photo ID

A passport, driver license or state ID.

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Prior medical records

Relevant history, especially for TB or chronic conditions.

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Payment method

Confirm what the practice accepts when you book.

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Vaccination records

Any immunization history you already have.

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Your USCIS notices

Any Form I-693 pages or case details you were given.

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Glasses or hearing aids

Bring anything you use day to day.

Exam costs in Riverside County

The exam itself is predictably priced around Palm Desert; extras like catch-up vaccines and TB testing are where totals diverge.

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TYPICAL COST

Civil surgeon exam fee

$337 – $437

TB (tuberculosis) blood test

$50 – $150

Missing vaccines, per dose

$30 – $120

Vaccination record retrieval, if needed

$0 – $50

Reissued sealed Form I-693, if lost

Varies by practice

Most applicants pay $337–$437 for the base exam plus $0–$300+ in vaccines and testing depending on their immunization history. Confirm exact pricing with the practice before booking.

Areas of Palm Desert we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Palm Desert and these neighborhoods.

NEIGHBORHOODS

Appointment availability & timing

What to expect for booking and getting your results.

1–2 weeks

Typical booking lead time

Availability tightens in spring and early fall when filing volume rises nationally. Book as soon as your application is ready.

Same day

When your form is usually sealed

If no follow-up vaccines or lab work are needed, most civil surgeons complete and seal Form I-693 the same visit.

1–2 visits

If catch-up vaccines are needed

A second, shorter visit may be required to complete a vaccine series or review follow-up lab results.

FOR PHYSICIANS

Practicing as a civil surgeon near Palm Desert?

Get listed in the USCISMD directory and reach green card applicants searching for an immigration physical in Palm Desert and across Riverside County. Claim your free listing and keep your hours, languages, and pricing up to date yourself.

How to find a USCIS civil surgeon for your immigration physical in Palm Desert

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. This page and the wider California civil surgeon directory help Palm Desert applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Base fees near Palm Desert generally sit in the $200–$500 band typical for California; vaccines, titers, and TB testing add to that. Language support across Riverside County commonly includes Spanish, Arabic and Chinese. Palm Desert applicants can usually choose between local offices and providers in nearby Rancho Mirage.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Palm Desert is a drive away, begin with a virtual pre-consult to get your documents in order first, then visit in person only to complete and seal the form.

Frequently asked in Palm Desert

Why can't any doctor sign Form I-693?

Only physicians holding the USCIS civil surgeon designation may complete Form I-693. A regular Riverside County family doctor, however good, cannot sign it without that designation.

Can I just walk in to an office near Palm Desert?

A few offices around Palm Desert take walk-ins, but most work by appointment. Booking ahead avoids wasted trips, especially in busy filing periods.

Is non-English support available around Palm Desert?

Many providers serving Palm Desert and Riverside County speak languages beyond English, commonly including Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, so you can complete your exam in a language you are comfortable with.

Is any physical preparation needed before the appointment?

No fasting is required. Eat and drink normally, take your regular medications, and bring a list of them to the appointment.

What does the green card medical exam cost near Palm Desert?

The base fee typically runs $200 to $500 around Palm Desert, plus $0 to $300 or more for vaccines, TB testing and record retrieval depending on your immunization history.

What if I do not have my vaccination records?

The civil surgeon can order titers — blood tests that check your immunity — or give the required vaccines again if records cannot be found. Mention this when booking so the office can allow extra time.