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Civil Surgeon Exam in Munhall, PA

Getting ready for an immigration physical in Munhall, Pennsylvania? Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Allegheny County. Munhall is a close-knit community of about 11,380 people, so your nearest designated office may be in Penn Hills Township or another nearby city — we list those below.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (PA typical)

30-60 min

Typical exam length

Booking lead time

1-2 weeks

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.

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Book online

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

2

Document review

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

3

Get matched

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

From booking to sealed form: the Munhall process

The process is the same across Pennsylvania; here is how it plays out for Munhall applicants, in five steps.
1

Book your visit

Schedule with a civil surgeon, or start with a virtual pre-consult if you want to prepare first.
2

Bring your documents

Photo ID, vaccination records, and any prior medical history related to required tests.
3

Physical exam

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

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

What you pay near Munhall splits into two parts: a base exam fee, and per-item charges tied to your vaccination and testing history.
ITEM
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.

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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Munhall

Join the USCISMD directory and be found by applicants booking immigration physicals around Munhall. You control your profile, hours, languages and pricing.

Picking a provider for your Form I-693 in Munhall

Form I-693 can only be completed by a doctor USCIS has specifically designated as a civil surgeon. That rules out most Allegheny County family practices, which is why Munhall applicants use a directory like the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory to find qualified providers.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Munhall usually fall within the Pennsylvania range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. Many providers serving Allegheny County speak Spanish, Chinese and Arabic, so you can choose a doctor you can talk to comfortably. Applicants in Munhall often travel a short distance to Penn Hills Township for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

The virtual pre-consult works well for busy schedules: document review happens online at your convenience, and the in-person portion near Munhall stays brief.

Frequently asked in Munhall

Every applicant, including children, needs their own Form I-693. Most offices can schedule family members back to back — mention it when booking.
You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving Allegheny County have multilingual teams.
Not fully — USCIS requires an in-person exam. Munhall applicants can, however, start with a virtual pre-consult so the in-person visit is short and well-prepared.
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.
Validity rules have changed over time — the form is valid for a defined period from the civil surgeon’s signature. Check the current USCIS policy for your filing category before submitting.
A civil surgeon is a doctor specifically designated by USCIS to perform immigration medical exams and complete Form I-693. Your regular doctor cannot sign this form unless they hold that same designation.