USCIS released a new I-693 medical exam form version today. The new version will be required starting 1/1/12. Most adjustment of status applicants need to have a medical exam conducted as part of the adjustment process. Medical exam are performed by USCIS authorized medical doctors referred to as civil surgeons. Civil surgeons can be located by visiting http://www.uscis.gov/ and inputting a zip code.
Civil surgeons are supposed to be current with medical exam requirements and with procedures. However, given that the new form is being phased in, it's always a good idea to confirm with the civil surgeon's office that they are aware of and will be using the new form. Not only are medical exams expensive, but applicants will be very disappointed to see their adjustment of status applications delayed if it is determined that a civil surgeon used an expired form.
Civil surgeons are supposed to be current with medical exam requirements and with procedures. However, given that the new form is being phased in, it's always a good idea to confirm with the civil surgeon's office that they are aware of and will be using the new form. Not only are medical exams expensive, but applicants will be very disappointed to see their adjustment of status applications delayed if it is determined that a civil surgeon used an expired form.
