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Best civil surgeons in New York City, NY for green card medical exams
- 10 civil surgeons ranked
- 4.7 average Google rating
- 6,409 reviews analyzed
If you file Form I-485 inside the United States, you need a green card medical exam from a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. The results go on Form I-693. New York City has many clinics that offer this exam, and the choice can feel big. A little planning helps you pick well and avoid a second visit.
Below is our ranked list of civil surgeons and clinics in New York City. We score each one on Google rating, how many reviews it has, and how easy it is to find in search. Ratings are a starting point, not a promise. Always confirm the doctor is on the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool before you book.
Top 10 civil surgeons in New York City
David J. Ores, MD
A general practitioner in New York with a 5.0 rating from 276 Google reviews. The office has a website and Saturday hours, and it shows up well in local search.
189 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10009Opening hours
Monday 12:00-18:00 Tuesday 12:00-18:00 Wednesday 12:00-18:00 Thursday 12:00-18:00 Friday 12:00-18:00 Saturday 14:00-18:00 Sunday 13:00-17:00 Best Primary Care Doctors NYC
A medical clinic in New York with a 5.0 rating from 159 reviews. It has a website, so you can check details and hours before you call.
56 W 45th St Ste 810, New York, NY 10036Nao Medical - Primary Care Stuytown
A medical center in New York rated 4.8 from 85 reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours, and it appears in Google top results for local searches.
259 1st Ave Ste b, New York, NY 10003Opening hours
Monday 09:00-19:00 Tuesday 09:00-19:00 Wednesday 09:00-19:00 Thursday 09:00-19:00 Friday 09:00-19:00 Saturday 10:00-16:00 Sunday Closed Green Card Medical NY
A medical clinic in Peck Slip with a 4.9 rating from 16 reviews. It has a website and appears in top Google results, but it is not open on Saturdays.
160 Broadway Ste 1101, PECK SLIP, NY 10038Opening hours
Monday 08:30-18:00 Tuesday 08:30-17:00 Wednesday 08:30-17:00 Thursday 08:30-17:00 Friday 08:30-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday 09:00-14:00 Green Card Medical Exams
A medical office in New York rated 4.4 from 127 reviews. It has a website and shows up in top Google results across several searches. It is closed on Saturdays.
305 Broadway #444, New York, NY 10007Opening hours
Monday 09:00-17:00 Tuesday 09:00-17:00 Wednesday 09:00-17:00 Thursday 09:00-17:00 Friday 09:00-17:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Medical Offices of Manhattan - Midtown
A medical group in New York with a 4.6 rating from 3,544 reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours. The large review count lets you read a wide range of feedback.
211 E 51st St, New York, NY 10022Opening hours
Monday 07:30-19:00 Tuesday 07:30-19:00 Wednesday 07:30-19:00 Thursday 07:30-19:00 Friday 07:30-18:00 Saturday 09:00-17:00 Sunday Closed Medical Offices of Manhattan - Upper West Side
The Upper West Side location of a New York medical group, rated 4.6 from 1,303 reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours.
112 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023Opening hours
Monday 07:30-19:00 Tuesday 07:30-19:00 Wednesday 07:30-19:00 Thursday 07:30-19:00 Friday 07:30-17:00 Saturday 09:00-17:00 Sunday Closed MiDoctor Health: Hell's Kitchen
A medical clinic in Hell's Kitchen, New York, rated 4.6 from 831 reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours.
715 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019Opening hours
Monday 08:00-20:00 Tuesday 08:00-20:00 Wednesday 08:00-20:00 Thursday 08:00-20:00 Friday 08:00-20:00 Saturday 09:00-17:00 Sunday 09:00-17:00 Square Medical Care
A medical group in the Bronx with a 4.6 rating from 21 reviews. It has a website and Saturday hours, and it appears across several local searches.
320 E 204th St, Bronx, NY 10467Opening hours
Monday 10:00-17:00 Tuesday 10:00-17:00 Wednesday 10:00-17:00 Thursday 10:00-17:00 Friday 10:00-17:00 Saturday 10:00-17:00 Sunday Closed Dr. Julie Bikhman
A general practitioner in New York rated 4.6 from 47 reviews. The office has a website. It is not open on Saturdays, so plan a weekday visit.
120 E 56th St Ste 530, New York, NY 10022Opening hours
Monday 08:45-16:30 Tuesday 08:45-15:30 Wednesday 08:45-16:30 Thursday 08:45-16:30 Friday 08:45-14:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
How we ranked these civil surgeons
We collected civil surgeon and green card medical exam results from Google Maps around New York City and removed government offices and unrelated businesses. Each listing gets a score based on its Google rating, adjusted for the number of reviews so a few 5-star reviews do not outrank hundreds of strong ones. Listings that also show up in Google's top results get a small boost. Paid placements are always labeled "Sponsored" and never change the ranked list. Read our editorial policy.
Designations can change. Before you book, confirm the doctor with the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool.
Tips for booking your exam in New York City
- Check the doctor on the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool first. Only designated doctors can sign Form I-693, and the list changes over time.
- Book early. The civil surgeon must sign your I-693 no more than 60 days before you file Form I-485.
- Ask what the fee covers when you call. Each New York City clinic sets its own price, and lab tests or vaccines may cost extra.
- Bring your passport, vaccine records, a list of medicines, and old chest X-ray results. Blood test results can take a few days to two weeks.
Civil surgeons in New York City: FAQs
What is a civil surgeon for?
A civil surgeon is a doctor USCIS designates to do the immigration medical exam. For a green card, the doctor completes Form I-693, which reports your physical exam, TB test, blood tests and vaccines. USCIS uses it to check health grounds of inadmissibility. In New York City, many primary care clinics have a designated doctor on staff.
Are immigration physicals covered by insurance?
Often not. USCIS does not set the price, and each civil surgeon in New York City sets their own fee. Total cost commonly runs from about $200 to $500 or more, depending on lab tests and how many vaccines you need. Health insurance often does not cover the exam, so ask about the fee before you book.
Who are the top doctors in New York for a green card medical exam?
There is no official ranking. Look for a USCIS-designated civil surgeon with strong Google ratings and a good number of reviews, like the clinics listed above. Check the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool, then call about price, wait times and how fast they return results. Clear answers and an easy trip matter as much as stars.
How do I find a civil surgeon near me in New York City?
Start with the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool on uscis.gov and search your borough or ZIP code. Then compare a few clinics on rating, review count and Saturday hours. Call ahead to confirm the doctor is still designated, ask what the fee covers, and book a date that leaves room for lab results before you file.