USCIS Status: “Medical Examination Was Received”
The USCIS has received your medical examination report, which is a crucial step in the immigration process.
What does this status mean?
The USCIS has received your medical examination report, which was submitted as part of your immigration application. This report is reviewed to ensure that you do not have any health conditions that would make you inadmissible to the United States. Next steps include waiting for further instructions from the National Visa Center or Consulate, and ensuring all information in the report is accurate and complete.
What should you do next?
- 1Log into my.uscis.gov and check your case status using your receipt number
- 2Review your medical examination report for accuracy and completeness
- 3Wait for further instructions from the National Visa Center or Consulate
Typical timeline
The processing time for medical examination reports varies by service center and form type, but it is typically 2-6 weeks
Frequently asked questions
what does medical examination was received mean uscis
It means that the USCIS has received your medical examination report, which is a required part of the immigration process. You should receive a notification with further instructions within 2-6 weeks.
how long does it take for uscis to process medical examination reports
The processing time for medical examination reports varies by service center and form type, but it is typically 2-6 weeks. You can check your case status online or contact USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 for more information.
what happens after uscis receives my medical examination report
After the USCIS receives your medical examination report, it will be reviewed to ensure that you do not have any health conditions that would make you inadmissible to the United States. You will then receive further instructions from the National Visa Center or Consulate, which may include an interview or additional documentation.
Get a free email alert when processing reaches your receipt date
cleartools monitors USCIS processing times daily. Enter your form type, service center, and receipt date. We email you the moment USCIS starts working on cases from your date. Free, no account required.
Set up free alert →Last updated: 2026-06-26