Immigration Medical Exam in Wadsworth, OH

The immigration physical is a required stop on the green card path, and Wadsworth applicants have several ways to get it done. This guide walks through the appointment step by step: what to bring, typical fees in Medina County, and how quickly your Form I-693 can be sealed. For a small city like Wadsworth (population about 24,007), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Akron.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (OH typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

Common languages:

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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.

Your exam near Wadsworth, step by step

Five steps from booking your Wadsworth appointment to receiving your sealed Form I-693.

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.

Immigration physical costs in Wadsworth

Across Medina County the base fee moves within a narrow band — your vaccination history is what really drives the final total.

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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 Wadsworth we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Wadsworth 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

Serve green card applicants in Wadsworth?

Applicants in Wadsworth and wider Medina County search this directory looking for designated civil surgeons. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Start here: civil surgeons for Wadsworth applicants

Not every doctor can sign Form I-693: USCIS grants the civil surgeon designation individually, and it is the first thing to verify. A regular family doctor in Medina County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the Ohio civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Wadsworth usually fall within the Ohio range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Medina County frequently offer Spanish, Arabic, Nepali and Ukrainian. Because Wadsworth is a smaller city, many applicants book with a civil surgeon in nearby Akron or Barberton.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

If the nearest civil surgeon to Wadsworth 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.

Common questions from Wadsworth applicants

How much time does the appointment itself take?

Most exams take 30 to 60 minutes. It can run longer if you need catch-up vaccines, a TB blood draw, or extra review of your medical history.

How is tuberculosis tested during the exam?

TB screening is usually a simple blood draw (an IGRA test). If it comes back positive, the civil surgeon orders follow-up such as a chest X-ray before finalizing your form.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Wadsworth?

Around Wadsworth, the exam itself usually costs $200–$500. Vaccines, titers, and TB testing are billed on top, so incomplete records raise the total.

Which vaccines are required for the immigration physical?

USCIS follows age-based vaccine requirements set by CDC guidance. The exact list depends on your age and documented history — the civil surgeon determines what applies and can administer missing doses.

Where do I send the sealed Form I-693?

You submit it yourself: include the unopened envelope with your USCIS filing, or bring it to your interview if instructed. The civil surgeon does not mail it for you.

Can children or my whole family be examined together?

Yes, each family member applying needs an individual exam and form. Offices commonly book families together in one block, so ask for consecutive slots.