Form I-693 Medical Exam in Wilkes-Barre, PA

If you live in or around Wilkes-Barre and need a green card medical exam, this page is for you. Here is what to expect: fees, timing, paperwork, and how to choose between civil surgeons serving Luzerne County. With around 41,243 residents, Wilkes-Barre itself may not host a designated office, but several serve the area from Hanover Township and beyond.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (PA 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.

Your exam near Wilkes-Barre, step by step

From first call to sealed envelope — here is the five-step path Wilkes-Barre 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.

Typical exam pricing around Wilkes-Barre

What you pay near Wilkes-Barre 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.

Areas of Wilkes-Barre we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Wilkes-Barre 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

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Start here: civil surgeons for Wilkes-Barre applicants

The medical exam is a mandatory green card step for Wilkes-Barre applicants, and only a USCIS-designated civil surgeon can complete it. A regular family doctor in Luzerne County cannot sign this form unless they hold the USCIS designation — the Pennsylvania civil surgeon directory lists doctors who do.

Compare price and language

Exam costs around Wilkes-Barre usually fall within the Pennsylvania range of $200 to $500, with vaccines and lab work billed separately. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving Luzerne County frequently offer Spanish, Nepali and Polish. With fewer providers based directly in Wilkes-Barre, most applicants use offices in Hanover Township or elsewhere in Luzerne County.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

You can shorten the in-person visit by starting with a virtual pre-consult: your ID, vaccination records, and USCIS paperwork get checked online, and you arrive prepared.

Form I-693 questions Wilkes-Barre applicants ask

Will insurance pay for any part of this?

Most health plans treat the immigration exam as a non-covered service, though some cover the vaccines involved. Check with both the office and your insurer before the visit.

Can I bring a translator to my appointment?

You may bring a translator, and it is worth asking about in-house language support: several practices serving Luzerne County have multilingual teams.

How much does an immigration medical exam cost in Wilkes-Barre?

Budget $200 to $500 for the base exam near Wilkes-Barre. Your final total depends mostly on which vaccines and tests you still need — that can add $300 or more.

What happens if something on the exam needs follow up?

The civil surgeon documents any required follow-up on Form I-693 and walks you through next steps. The form is only finalized once requirements are met.

Are same-day walk-ins possible?

Policies vary by practice. Some offices accept limited walk-ins, but scheduling ahead is recommended, especially during peak filing seasons.

Does a sealed Form I-693 expire?

A sealed Form I-693 is valid for a set window from the signing date under current USCIS policy. Because these rules get updated, verify the latest guidance for your case.