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- Confirm documents, vaccination records, and sealed-form handling before you book
- Verify current civil-surgeon status and ask how paperwork is returned
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Denver, CO
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How do you compare USCIS medical-exam and civil-surgeon options in Denver, CO?
When people compare USCIS medical-exam and civil-surgeon options in Denver, CO, four things narrow the field fastest: fit for the specific situation, verification that the provider is authorized to do the work, how clearly the process and paperwork are explained, and what follow-up is included.
Most people compare fit, process clarity, follow-up expectations, and whether the provider or program explains the next step in plain language, but convenience alone is rarely the full answer.
Costs, timelines, and verification steps can vary by market, so this page works best as a local orientation layer before a person decides which guide, official lookup, or callback path to use.
This page is educational and is designed to help you understand the local decision before you choose what to do next.
- This page works best as a local orientation layer before contacting providers.
- Use an official verification source when licensing, credentials, or lookup requirements need to be confirmed.
- Use the guide layer and next-steps flow only after the local comparison questions are clear.
Fast path: guides, FAQ, get matched with a provider, and methodology.
What this page recommends
Denver's own health department does not do tuberculosis testing — Colorado sends seven metro counties to one regional clinic on Bannock Street, so searching DDPHE for it wrongly comes up empty.
- Best for: Readers who still need to decide which questions should narrow the field before they compare providers or programs.
- Not for: A ranking, endorsement, or substitute for official verification.
- Next step: View Your Next Steps
Local civil surgeon comparison checklist
Denver's own health department does not do tuberculosis testing — Colorado sends seven metro counties to one regional clinic on Bannock Street, so searching DDPHE for it wrongly comes up empty. Colorado does let you print your own immunisation record, while warning in its own words that what it holds may not be complete.
- Verify designation in the official USCIS locator before comparing anything else.
- Ask for the cost broken into examination, labs, vaccines, form completion and follow-up.
- Gather the vaccination records USCIS names before the first visit; CIIS, the Colorado Immunization Information System is the route to your own record.
- Ask what a positive tuberculosis test would do to the schedule and to what you are charged.
- Search the official USCIS locator at uscis.gov/tools/find-a-civil-surgeon by the ZIP code you would actually travel to, not just “Denver”.
- Confirm the practice appears in that federal locator under the same name it bills and answers the phone under.
- Two clocks run separately: how soon an office can see you, and how soon the completed form is ready. Ask about both, because an office can be quick on the first and slow on the second. Neither number is published anywhere, so the only way to get it is to ask.
- There is no published figure. USCIS: “Fees for immigration medical examinations are established by the civil surgeon. Fees may vary by civil surgeon.” Any site showing a Denver rate is estimating, not reporting.
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Use the dedicated next-steps path once you understand the basics for Denver.
How people typically evaluate USCIS civil surgeons in Denver, CO
Direct answer: When people schedule an immigration medical exam (Form I-693), they typically compare practical factors like appointment steps, required documents, and how results are delivered. This section is educational only and does not recommend or endorse any provider.
What usually matters most: People tend to make a better decision when they compare fit, verification, process, and follow-up before they compare convenience or marketing language.
Common mistake: Moving too fast on a price quote, a “best/top” claim, or a rushed intake before the service scope and documentation requirements are clear.
Best for: readers who still need to decide which questions should narrow the field before they compare providers or programs.
Do not use this section as: a ranking, endorsement, or substitute for official verification.
Cost vs outcome tradeoff: a faster quote or lighter intake can feel easier now, but the more useful path is usually the one that explains scope, verification, and follow-up clearly enough to reduce rework later.
- Whether the provider is an authorized USCIS civil surgeon (confirm status via official resources when available)
- What documents are typically required at the appointment (ID, vaccination records, prior medical documentation as applicable)
- What the visit usually includes (exam steps, labs, vaccinations if needed, and how follow-ups are handled)
- How fees are explained (what is included vs billed separately, and what additional visits may cost)
- Turnaround expectations for completed I-693 paperwork (timelines vary; ask how delivery and sealing are handled)
These factors describe common decision frameworks. They are not recommendations, rankings, or endorsements.
What usually matters most in Denver, CO
In Denver, CO, people usually make a better decision when they focus first on whether document handling, vaccination questions, and sealed-form logistics are explained clearly before the appointment.
Why this matters: City pages should help you slow the decision down enough to compare the right questions against Colorado verification steps, not just click the nearest option.
Watch for this tradeoff: the real risk is usually paperwork friction, not just finding a nearby appointment.
What to confirm before you schedule in Denver, CO
The useful version of a city page is not just where a civil surgeon is located. It is what the office includes, what you need to bring, and how the paperwork handoff actually works.
Authorization and exam scope
Confirm the office is a USCIS-designated civil surgeon and ask what the quoted visit actually covers. Some offices bundle paperwork and basic steps; others price parts separately.
Documents and records
Ask for the office checklist before you book. Identification, vaccination records, and clinic-specific instructions matter more than generic internet lists when timing is tight.
Turnaround and delays
Ask when the sealed paperwork or pickup instructions should be ready, what delays are common, and what happens if additional follow-up items are needed after the appointment.
After the appointment
Before you leave, clarify how the office handles final paperwork, whether anything else is pending, and what instructions apply to your next immigration filing step.
Who are the best providers in Denver, CO?
There is no universal “best.” Use a consistent checklist: verify licensing through the state lookup below, confirm relevant credentials and scope, compare policies (follow-up, timelines, communication), and review practical fit (location, availability, insurance/fees where applicable). This list is educational only and is not a recommendation, ranking, or endorsement.
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Use the callback path after you review the local framework, directory examples, and FAQs for Denver.
Examples of USCIS civil surgeon / immigration medical exam providers in Denver, CO
Below are non-exhaustive examples of providers that offer immigration medical exams (Form I-693). This list is provided for educational context only and is not a recommendation, ranking, or endorsement.
Denver Health
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Passport Health
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Use the official Colorado database before you contact any provider. Confirm identity, current license status, and any public disciplinary actions shown there.
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FAQ
Where can I get an I-693 exam near me in Denver, CO?
Search for USCIS-designated civil surgeons serving Denver, CO.
Do civil surgeons in Denver, CO offer same-week appointments?
Availability varies by clinic and demand.
How much does the exam cost in Denver, CO?
Pricing depends on provider fees and required services.
What should I bring to my appointment in Denver, CO?
Bring identification, forms, and vaccination records.
How long until I receive my sealed envelope in Denver, CO?
Timing varies based on test results and clinic processing.
Are labs done on-site in Denver, CO?
Some clinics perform labs on-site; others refer externally.
Can I use prior vaccination records in Denver, CO?
Providers review records to determine needed updates.
Is follow-up required after the exam in Denver, CO?
Follow-up depends on findings and USCIS requirements.
How do I verify a civil surgeon in Colorado?
Use the official USCIS civil surgeon locator.
What happens if I miss a required vaccine?
Providers will advise on next steps to meet USCIS criteria.
Related search paths
These routes support fanout/query coverage and keep owned paths visible, but they are intentionally secondary to the main framework and next-step flow.
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FAQ and process
- i-693 requirements in Denver, CO → I-693 requirements
FAQ and process
- questions to ask a civil surgeon in Denver, CO → Questions to ask
FAQ and process
- uscis vaccination requirements in Denver, CO → Vaccination guide
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- what happens after a uscis medical exam in Denver, CO → After exam next steps
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- bilingual civil surgeon and vaccine record questions in Denver, CO → Documents and language support
Denver: the TB clinic is a separate organisation, and the field office is in Centennial
Local civil surgeon comparison checklist
- Verify designation in the official USCIS locator before comparing anything else.
- Ask for the cost broken into examination, labs, vaccines, form completion and follow-up.
- Gather the vaccination records USCIS names before the first visit; CIIS, the Colorado Immunization Information System is the route to your own record.
- Ask what a positive tuberculosis test would do to the schedule and to what you are charged.
- Tell the office whether the I-485 is going by mail or online, so the envelope is handled right.
- Confirm the form edition and the date the civil surgeon intends to sign.
Local vetting points
- Search the official USCIS locator at uscis.gov/tools/find-a-civil-surgeon by the ZIP code you would actually travel to, not just “Denver”.
- Confirm the practice appears in that federal locator under the same name it bills and answers the phone under.
- Use the locator's Languages Spoken filter before relying on a clinic's own marketing about language support.
- Ask whether the examination, any laboratory work, any missing vaccines and the completed form happen on one visit or across several.
- Ask what the office does on the day if a vaccination record turns out to be incomplete.
Typical cost ranges
- There is no published figure. USCIS: “Fees for immigration medical examinations are established by the civil surgeon. Fees may vary by civil surgeon.” Any site showing a Denver rate is estimating, not reporting.
- USCIS's own advice is to shop: “It may be helpful to call a few civil surgeons to find out how much they charge for the immigration medical examination. The cost of an immigration medical examination can vary significantly.”
- When you call, ask each office to separate the examination, the tuberculosis and syphilis testing, any vaccines you are missing, completing and sealing the form, and any follow-up visit. Two quotes are comparable only once they cover the same list.
Payment options
- USCIS instructs applicants to “check with the civil surgeon's office about acceptable forms of payment” before the visit. Ask on the call, not at the desk.
- Bring the health insurance card and ask whether the office accepts that plan for immigration medical examinations specifically, since USCIS warns many plans do not cover all portions.
Wait-time notes
- Two clocks run separately: how soon an office can see you, and how soon the completed form is ready. Ask about both, because an office can be quick on the first and slow on the second. Neither number is published anywhere, so the only way to get it is to ask.
- USCIS says the civil surgeon tests for communicable diseases including tuberculosis and syphilis. A positive tuberculosis test adds a chest X-ray, and a missing vaccination record adds either repeat doses or blood work to prove immunity. Either turns one appointment into two.
Availability notes
- Confirm whether a same-week appointment means the examination only, or the examination through to a completed, signed form.
- If a filing deadline is close, name the date on the call and ask the office to commit or decline rather than leaving it open.
Named resources or providers
- USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon locator (official) — uscis.gov/tools/find-a-civil-surgeon
- The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE) — cdphe.colorado.gov/public-information/find-your-local-public-health-agency. USCIS recognises state and local health departments as civil surgeons for the refugee vaccination assessment under its blanket designation.
- USCIS Denver field office (DEN) — 12484 East Weaver Place, Centennial, CO 80111. From the USCIS field office ZIP assignment data published at uscis.gov/about-us/find-a-uscis-office/field-offices.
- CIIS, the Colorado Immunization Information System — cdphe.colorado.gov/immunization/ciis. Colorado says “individuals and parents or guardians of minors can use the CIIS Public Portal to view and print an official record of their immunizations”, with a request form as the second route. Public record request: copublicportal.state.co.us
- the Colorado TB Program — cdphe.colorado.gov/tb.
- USCIS Form I-693 page — uscis.gov/i-693, for the current form edition and filing instructions.
- Listings are neutral examples and starting points for your own verification. Nothing here is a ranking or an endorsement.
Market-specific notes
- USCIS grants what it calls a blanket designation to health departments: “We recognize all state and local health departments as civil surgeons, and they are authorized to complete the vaccination assessments for refugees seeking adjustment of status.” In Denver that body is the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment (DDPHE). It covers the vaccination assessment for that category of applicant, not the full examination for everyone.
- USCIS states plainly that “Many health insurance plans do not cover all portions of this examination”, and tells applicants to bring the insurance card and ask whether the civil surgeon accepts that plan for immigration medical examinations specifically. A plan that covers an annual physical is not evidence that it covers this.
- Do not confuse the two places. The immigration medical examination is done by a civil surgeon in a private practice. The USCIS field office is where, in its own words, it holds “Interviews for all non-asylum cases (for example, getting a Green Card)” and “Naturalization ceremonies”. The 62 Denver ZIP codes in the USCIS assignment file route to the Denver field office at 12484 East Weaver Place, Centennial, CO 80111. The name is not the address — USCIS calls it the Denver office, and it stands in Centennial, so anything the field office handles means travelling there. USCIS does not allow walk-ins at any field office; you must have an appointment.
- Colorado warns about completeness in its own words: “immunization records from CIIS may not be complete. CIIS immunization records include what has been reported to and entered into CIIS by healthcare providers, pharmacies, and some schools.” There is also an opt-out. If the portal comes back thin, that is expected rather than exceptional.
- Denver is the clearest case in this set of the health department and the tuberculosis clinic being different organisations at different addresses. Searching DDPHE for tuberculosis services comes up empty by design: Colorado routes seven metro counties — Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Jefferson and Douglas — to a single Denver Metro TB Clinic at 660 Bannock Street.
- Colorado runs an explicit post-arrival pipeline for immigrants: the state says people travelling to the United States “are evaluated for TB before arriving and assigned a classification according to the status of their disease”, and that the federal Division of Global Migration and Quarantine notifies the state programme of everyone needing further evaluation under a Class B classification.
- Work the checklist below in order. Verify designation in the federal locator first, and only then compare on travel, language and turnaround, because verification is the step that removes the most noise.