Domestic Medical Screening
The domestic medical screening guidance is for state public health departments and healthcare providers in the United States who conduct the initial medical screening for refugees. These screenings usually occur 30-90 days after the refugee arrives in the United States. This guidance aims to promote and improve refugee health, prevent disease, and familiarize refugees with the U.S. healthcare system.
Overseas Medical Screening
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In accordance with U.S. law (Immigration and Nationality Act and the Public Health Service Act) and Department of Health and Human Services regulations, a medical examination is required for all refugees accepted to resettle in the U.S. as defined by public health regulation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Global Migration and Quarantine (DGMQ) is responsible for providing the technical instructions for the examination. The medical examination is conducted by panel physicians appointed by the U.S. consul or, in the case of large refugee movements, the International Organization of Migration (IOM).
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VISA MEDICAL EXAMINATION
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PRE-DEPARTURE MEDICAL SCREENING
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FIT TO FLY PRE-EMBARKATION CHECKS
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*Please note slight variations exist between specific refugee groups
Colorado Refugee Medical Screening Sites
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Almost all refugees in Colorado are screened in Denver and Aurora. Refugees who resettle in other parts of the state are screened at contracted community health centers, and in collaboration with local public health departments (primarily for adult immunizations and public health care and treatment).
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PEAK VISTA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Myron-Stratton Clinic: Logan Center 430 Gold Pass Hgts Colorado Springs, CO 80906 (719) 632-5700 Medical Record Requests (F) (719) 344-7817 |
STRIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
3292 Peoria St Aurora, CO 80010 (303) 360-6276 Medical Record Requests (F) (303) 789-7222 SUNRISE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS Monfort Family Clinic 2930 11th Avenue Evans, CO 80620 (970) 353-9403 Medical Record Requests (F) (970) 353-5884 |
LAST UPDATED February 14, 2025
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