Immigration Medical Exam in Bellmead, TX

Your Form I-693 medical exam is one of the few green card steps that must happen in person — here is how it works in Bellmead. On this page: the five-step exam process, McLennan County pricing, a document checklist, and local FAQs. For a small community like Bellmead (population about 10,494), the practical question is usually which nearby office to choose — often in Waco.

$200-$500

Base exam fee (TX 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.

Inside the appointment: what Bellmead applicants experience

Whether you book in Bellmead or nearby Robinson, these five steps are the whole journey.

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.

What Bellmead applicants pay for the exam

Pricing near Bellmead follows the wider Texas pattern: a set base fee, plus per-item charges for any vaccines, titers, or tests you still need.

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 Bellmead we cover

Civil surgeons in this directory serve applicants across Bellmead 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

Designated civil surgeons: get found in Bellmead

Reach the green card applicants already searching for civil surgeons near Bellmead. Listing is free, verification runs against USCIS records, and your profile stays under your control.

Choosing a civil surgeon in McLennan County

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 Texas civil surgeon directory help Bellmead applicants find doctors who hold that designation.

Compare price and language

Pricing near Bellmead tracks the wider Texas norm of $200–$500 for the exam itself, before any vaccines or testing. If English is not your first language, note that offices serving McLennan County frequently offer Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese and Hindi. Applicants in Bellmead often travel a short distance to Waco for their exam.

Start online if you are not near a doctor

A virtual pre-consult lets Bellmead applicants review documents and vaccination records online before the required in-person exam — useful if your nearest office is in Robinson or beyond.

Common questions from Bellmead applicants

What happens if something on the exam needs follow up?

If further testing or treatment is needed — for example a TB follow up — the USCIS civil surgeon notes it on Form I-693 and explains the next steps before the form is finalized.

Does health insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

Coverage is the exception, not the rule, for the exam fee. Vaccines are occasionally billable to insurance, so it is worth a call to your plan before paying out of pocket.

How long does the immigration physical take near Bellmead?

The appointment itself usually runs half an hour to an hour — longer only if vaccines or additional testing are needed on the day.

I lost my shot records — can I still do the exam?

Missing records are common. The doctor can run titer tests to prove immunity or simply re-administer required vaccines. Flag it when you book so extra time is set aside.

Can I just walk in to an office near Bellmead?

Appointment policies differ office to office. Calling ahead is always the safer move — peak seasons can book out days in advance.

What should I budget for the exam in Bellmead?

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