You’ve completed your immigration medical exam — now what? Understanding the steps that follow your exam is crucial for a smooth green card application process. Here’s a detailed walkthrough of everything that happens after you leave the civil surgeon’s office.<\/p>\n
After your first visit, where the physical exam and blood draw are performed, the civil surgeon waits for your lab results to come back. Once the results are available, the doctor carefully reviews everything including:<\/p>\n
The civil surgeon completes\u00a0Form I-693 (Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record)<\/strong>\u00a0based on the exam findings and lab results. This is the official USCIS medical form that accompanies your green card application. The doctor documents all findings, vaccination records, and any conditions identified during the exam.<\/p>\n 7-10 Business Days<\/strong><\/p>\n Standard processing time from your first visit to completed I-693 form<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n 3-4 Business Days<\/strong><\/p>\n Priority processing for applicants with urgent filing deadlines<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Once the I-693 form is complete, the civil surgeon places it in a\u00a0sealed envelope<\/strong>. This sealed packet is what you will receive during your second visit. It is critical that you understand the following:<\/p>\n Your second visit to the civil surgeon’s office is brief. During this appointment:<\/p>\n The sealed I-693 form is submitted along with your\u00a0Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status)<\/strong>. Here are important considerations for submission:<\/p>\n Always send your application package using a trackable shipping method such as USPS Priority Mail, FedEx, or UPS. This allows you to confirm that USCIS received your package. Keep the tracking number until your case is fully resolved.<\/p>\n Form I-693 validity is governed by current USCIS policy and generally depends on the immigration benefit application with which it is submitted. If that application is withdrawn or denied, the form generally cannot be reused for a new application. Confirm current filing requirements with USCIS or your immigration attorney.<\/p>\n During the exam, the civil surgeon may identify health conditions that fall into two categories. Understanding these classifications can help alleviate any concerns:<\/p>\n Class A conditions are health issues that\u00a0may make an applicant inadmissible<\/strong>\u00a0to the United States. These include certain communicable diseases of public health significance and substance abuse disorders. If a Class A condition is identified, you may need:<\/p>\n Your civil surgeon and immigration attorney can guide you through the waiver process if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Class B conditions are health issues that\u00a0do not prevent admissibility<\/strong>\u00a0but may require follow-up care. These are conditions that the civil surgeon notes for USCIS awareness but do not block your green card application. Examples include:<\/p>\n A Class B finding should not cause alarm — it simply means USCIS is aware of the condition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Before submitting your application package, make sure you have copies of all important documents:<\/p>\n Dr. Daesoon Leem is a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. The Baron Medical Group team explains the records, laboratory results, vaccinations, and follow-up needed before Form I-693 can be completed.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You’ve completed your immigration medical exam — now what? Understanding the steps that follow your exam is crucial for a smooth green card application process. Here’s a detailed walkthrough of everything that happens after you leave the civil surgeon’s office. 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Step 3: The Sealed Packet<\/h2>\n
Step 4: Pick Up Your Sealed I-693<\/h2>\n
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Step 5: Submit With Your I-485 Application<\/h2>\n
Use Trackable Shipping<\/h3>\n
Current USCIS Validity Policy<\/h3>\n
Understanding Medical Classifications<\/h2>\n
Class A Conditions<\/h3>\n
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Class B Conditions<\/h3>\n
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Keep Personal Copies of Everything<\/h2>\n
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Baron Medical Group Makes the Process Simple<\/h3>\n