Urgent Care
Urgent Care
Apex Urgent Care facilities are medical centers that provide immediate medical attention for conditions that are not life-threatening but require prompt care, such as minor injuries, illnesses, and infections. You are welcome when you cannot wait for a regular appointment with your primary care physician but do not require emergency room care.
Our Urgent Care centers have extended hours, including evenings and weekends, making it convenient for people who need medical attention outside of office hours. We have doctors, physician assistants, and nurses who can diagnose and treat different medical issues.
If you need medical attention, Apex Urgent Care is a good option for timely treatment. However, in life-threatening situations, such as chest pain, severe bleeding, or difficulty breathing, call emergency services or go directly to the nearest emergency room.
Urgent Care and Family Medicine
Family medicine involves comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families, encompassing preventative care, diagnosis, and treatment of various illnesses and conditions.
Combining family medicine with urgent care provides continuum care, access to routine healthcare, and immediate attention for unexpected medical needs. It allows patients to establish a medical home for ongoing care while having an option for urgent medical issues that arise outside of regular office hours.
Apex Urgent Care clinic provides treatment for minor injuries, flu, colds, infections, and other non-life-threatening conditions. We also offer diagnostic services such as X-rays, lab tests, and referrals to specialists or primary care providers for follow-up care.
Integration of family medicine and urgent care improves patient outcomes and provides a coordinated approach to managing individuals’ health needs.
Urgent Care and Occupational Medicine
Occupational medicine services focus on the health and well-being of workers in various industries. These services aim to prevent and manage work-related injuries and illnesses, promote overall health and safety in the workplace, and ensure that employees are fit for duty.Occupational medicine services play a crucial role in safeguarding the health and safety of workers while promoting productivity and well-being in the workplace.
We are certified eScreen Network providers with on-site drug testing servicesand provide confidential results.
Our physicians diagnose and treat work-related injuries, such as cuts, strains, sprains, and fractures. We also manage occupational illnesses caused by exposure to hazardous substances or conditions in the workplace.
Medical Exams and Tests
On-the-job injury treatment- Pre-placement examinations
- Periodic physical examinations
- Basic physicals
- Department of Transportation (DOT) Exams
- Physician referrals
- On-site medical services
- Direct patients to Physical Therapists we work closely with
- Laboratory analysis
- X-rays
- Electrocardiograms
- Vision Screening
- Immunizations
Drug Testing
- Pre-placement
- Post-accident
- Random or periodic
- Probable cause
- Rapid Urine Drug Screening
Immigration Physical
Immigration Physical
An immigration physical is also known as an immigration medical examination or medical check-up.An immigration physical is a medical examination required by the Immigration Services (USCIS) for individuals seeking immigration benefits, such as adjustment of status, permanent residency (green card), or certain types of visas. The purpose of the immigration physical is to ensure that the applicant is free of health conditions that would pose a public health risk or make them inadmissible to the United States under immigration law. These examinations ensure that the applicant meets the health-related eligibility criteria for immigration and does not pose a health risk.
Applicants undergo the immigration physical with a physician authorized by USCIS to perform the examination. Failure to complete the required medical examination and submit the necessary documentation can result in delays or denial of the immigration application.
What does an immigration exam cover?
An immigration exam cover may differ slightly depending on factors such as the applicant’s age, medical history, and the specific immigration benefits they are seeking.Common elements of the immigration medical exam include:
- Medical History Review:You provide information about your medical history, including past and present illnesses, surgeries, hospitalizations, and any medications you are currently taking.
- Physical Examination:We conduct a thorough physical examination to assess the applicant’s health. This examination includes height, weight, blood pressure, and visual acuity.
- Vaccination Assessment: The applicant’s vaccination history is reviewed to ensure compliance with U.S. vaccination requirements. Vaccinations may include measles, mumps, rubella, polio, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, influenza, hepatitis B, and varicella (chickenpox). If the applicant is missing any required vaccinations, they may receive them as part of the immigration medical examination.
- Tuberculosis (TB) Screening: Applicants are generally required to undergo screening for tuberculosis (TB) to check for active or latent TB infection. This screening may involve a chest X-ray and/or tuberculin skin test (TB).
- Serologic Testing: Depending on the applicant’s age and medical history, they may be required to undergo serologic testing for infectious diseases, such as syphilis or HIV/AIDS.
- Mental Health Evaluation: While not always required, applicants may undergo a mental health evaluation if there are concerns about mental health or if there is a history of psychiatric disorders.
- Completion of Form I-693: The results of the immigration medical examination are documented on Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This form is sealed and submitted to USCIS by the applicant as part of their immigration application.
All green card applicants are required to have the following vaccines before they become permanent residents:
- Mumps, measles, rubella
- Polio
- Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids
- Pertussis
- Hemophilus influenza type B
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Varicella
- Influenza
- Pneumococcal pneumonia
- Rotavirus
- Meningococcal
One may be excluded from some vaccines based on their medical history. Bring your vaccination record to your exam, additionally,if you have not received all the required vaccines, we can administer the missing ones.
Can my green card be denied for medical reasons?
Yes, a green card application can be denied for medical reasons if the applicant has a medical condition that renders them inadmissible to the United States under immigration law. The medical grounds for inadmissibility are primarily concerned with communicable diseases of public health significance, such as tuberculosis (TB), syphilis, gonorrhea, and other infectious diseases.
If an applicant has a communicable disease, a physical or mental disorder that poses a threat to the safety of the applicant or others,they may be deemed medically inadmissible. In such cases, USCIS may deny the green card application or request additional medical documentation or waivers.
However, not all medical conditions will result in inadmissibility. Most medical conditions are not considered grounds for denial, especially if they can be managed with appropriate treatment or if the applicant qualifies for a waiver.
Additionally, applicants with medical conditions that would render them inadmissible are eligible to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility. Waivers are discretionary and may be granted if the applicant can demonstrate that granting the waiver would not pose a danger to public health or safety. There are compelling humanitarian or other reasons for granting the waiver.
If you need to schedule an immigration exam at Apex Urgent Care today
Urgent Care and Physicals
A medical physical exam is an assessment of a patient’s overall health status. It begins with a review of the patient’s medical history, including any existing conditions, medications, and past surgeries. Followed by vital signs checking such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature. Additionally, a thorough examination of various body systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and neurological systems follows.
Depending on the age, gender, and medical history, additional screenings such as blood tests, urinalysis, and imaging studies like X-rays and ultrasounds may be required.
A physical exam is a crucial tool for detecting potential health problems and monitoring existing conditions. The moment is an opportunity to discuss any concerns about your health.
Let Apex Urgent Care take care of your physical needs medically. We perform School physicals and adult or executive physicals. We also conduct Pre-operative Clearance physicals for various procedures. The prices on physicals vary, UIL School Physicals cost $35, while basic adult physicals start at $79.
Urgent Care, Flu Shots and Vaccinations
Immunizations and vaccinations
Apex Urgent Care provides a number of immunizations and vaccinations to keep you up-to-date. We also provide required vaccines for immigration physicals required by USCIS
- Annual Flu shot (Influenza A and B)
- Tetanus adults
- Tetanus for children older than 12
- Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis skin testing
- TDaP
- Varicella
- MMR
There are a few precautions to receiving the flu shot:
Questions answered yes to the following, could be an exclusion to receiving a Flu shot. Please contact us or your private doctor to clarify.
- Are you allergic to chicken, chicken eggs, chicken feathers, or chicken dander?
- Are you allergic to any component of the vaccine including thimerosal (a mercury derivative), or thimerosal-containing products (certain eye contact lens solutions contain this preservative)?
- Have you ever had a severe adverse reaction to a flu shot?
- Do you have an acute febrile (fever) illness today?
- Have you had Guillain-Barre Syndrome within 6 weeks after a previous flu vaccination?
- Do you have an active neurological disorder?
- Do you have thrombocytopenia or any blood disorder that would prohibit a shot in your muscle?
Concierge Primary Care Apex MD Clinic
Concierge primary care offers a high-level service and convenience for patients who value personalized attention, enhanced access to healthcare, and proactive health management.
Concierge primary care, concierge, or retainer medicine membership is a healthcare model in which patients pay a membership fee or retainer to access enhanced and personalized primary care services. In this model, patients receive more time and attention from the clinic, with additional benefits such as same-day or next-day appointments, extended office visits, and accessibility to their physician via phone, email, or telemedicine.
Some key features of concierge primary care:
- Membership-Based Model: Patients pay an annual or monthly membership fee to belong to a concierge practice. The membership fee varies depending on the level of service and benefits.
- Personalized Care: Concierge primary care physicians dedicate time and attention to each patient. This approach enables physicians to develop individualized care plans.
- Enhanced Access: Patients in concierge practices have access to their primary care physician, including same-day or next-day appointments for urgent issues and extended office visits for comprehensive assessments. Many practices offer virtual consultations via telemedicine platforms.
- Preventive Care and Wellness Services: Concierge primary care often emphasizes preventive care and wellness services, such as comprehensive health assessments, preventive screenings, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle management programs.
- Coordination of Care: Concierge primary care physicians are advocates for their patients and help coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.
- Additional Benefits: Some concierge practices offer house calls, 24/7 physician access for urgent concerns, expedited referrals to specialists, and assistance with healthcare-related administrative tasks such as insurance claims and medical records management.