Effective Jan. 22, 2025, USCIS is waiving any and all requirements that applicants receive the COVID-19 vaccination.
Appointments on evenings and weekends are available by special
arrangement. We close at 3:00 PM on Fridays, November - March.
Choosing Dr. Steven Gordon for your immigration medical exam ensures a smooth and successful application process. With extensive experience and expertise, he understands the specific requirements and regulations. Conveniently located at 12312 Russell Street, Overland Park, Kansas 66209, Dr. Gordon’s patient-centered approach creates a supportive and respectful environment, while his efficient processing ensures timely completion of your medical exam. Trust Dr. Steven Gordon and his team for a professional, streamlined, and stress-free immigration exam experience.
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Steven Wittenberg Gordon, MD has been a United States Civil Surgeon for over twenty years and has performed thousands of immigration medical exams and related services. A first generation American, Steve made the decision to devote nearly 100% of his private medical practice to Civil Surgeon services in memory of his father, who was a refugee and Holocaust survivor.
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Our Practice Manager Will Help You Every Step of the Way
Your first interaction with our service will likely be with our Practice Manager, Alison R. Gordon, JD. A lawyer by training, she understands the complicated rules and regulations surrounding the immigration medical examination process. Alison will make sure that any questions that you may have are answered, and we promise that, if you were anxious about the process at first, you will be at ease after your initial conversation with her. Working up front and behind the scenes, Alison will make sure that you have the best experience possible with us.
You can make an appointment by calling our office at 913-787-5805. It’s best to schedule after receiving a Request for Evidence (RFE) or based on your attorney’s advice.
During the exam, our Civil Surgeon will review your medical history, perform a physical examination, conduct tuberculosis (TB) screening, and order any necessary vaccinations. You are not required to undress for the exam.
No, the COVID-19 vaccination is no longer required for the immigration medical exam as of January 22, 2025.
Bring your passport or government-issued ID, vaccination records, TB test and treatment records (if applicable), and any other relevant medical documentation. If you do not have your vaccination records, we will assist in determining which vaccines are required.
If you are not fluent in English or Spanish, you must bring a translator to your appointment. The translator must be physically present, translation programs like Google Translate are not acceptable. The translator may be a family member, friend, or a professional.
The fee covers the physical examination, medical history review, basic lab tests, and preparation of the Form I-693.
If you do not have your vaccination records, the U.S. will consider you to be completely unvaccinated, and you will need to receive any required vaccinations for the exam. Our Civil Surgeon will guide you on which vaccines you need.
Form I-693, the Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, is used to submit the results of your immigration medical exam to USCIS. It includes your medical history, vaccination records, and test results. Follow this link to Form I-693 - https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/forms/i-693.pdf
The exam typically takes 30-60 minutes. Results, including lab tests and vaccination records, are typically ready within a week. Our Civil Surgeon will give you his best estimate of the time needed for completion of your paperwork at the end of your appointment.
The cost is $500 for cash payments and $520 for credit card payments. This includes the physical exam, basic lab tests, and preparation of Form I-693. Additional charges may apply for vaccinations (free with insurance), titer tests (optional tests for immunity), and for TB, syphilis, and gonorrhea infections.
Form I-693 is required by USCIS to document the results of your immigration medical examination. It provides essential health information, including your vaccination records and test results, to ensure you meet the health-related requirements for immigration.
If the Form I-693 is signed by a civil surgeon on or after November 1, 2023, it is valid indefinitely, as long as the seal is intact. If signed before this date, the form remains valid for two years from the date of signature. USCIS may request updated information if your health condition changes.
It is possible to submit Form I-485 without Form I-693, but it is highly recommended to submit the I-693 at the same time to avoid delays. USCIS will request the I-693 if it is not included initially.
Yes, you can submit Form I-693 later. If you do not submit it with your I-485 application, USCIS will request it. It can be submitted at the interview or directly to USCIS.
