School, Sports & Camp Physicals at Midwest Express Clinic | Walk-In, No Appointment

Back-to-school season moves fast — and so do sports registration deadlines and camp paperwork piles. Midwest Express Clinic makes it easy to get your child’s physical done on your schedule, not someone else’s. Walk in any day of the week at any of our 50+ locations across Chicago neighborhoods, Chicagoland suburbs, and Northwest Indiana, and most students are in and out in under an hour.

Our providers conduct thorough, age-appropriate physical exams for students from kindergarten through senior year of high school — covering everything schools, sports programs, and camps require. No appointment needed, and no long wait for a primary care slot.

Skip the wait — check in online at your nearest Midwest Express Clinic and bring your child in today.

In both Illinois and Indiana, the state Departments of Health require documentation of a physical exam from within the previous year for students enrolling in grades K-12. This applies to:

• Students entering kindergarten, as well as students enrolling in a new Illinois or Indiana school for the first time
• Students entering 6th grade and 9th grade — key transition years with per state mandate requirement, key transition years with updated physical requirement are needed many districts .
• Student athletes who need clearance before participating in organized school sports
• Children attending overnight camps or day camps that require a health form

Even if your child’s school, team, or camp does not have a strict deadline yet, getting the physical done early means one less thing to scramble for in August. Midwest Express Clinic is ready whenever you are.

Our providers tailor each physical exam to the child’s age, the purpose of the exam (school enrollment, sports clearance, or camp), and any individual health factors. A standard exam includes:

• Medical and family history review — including any prior diagnoses, surgeries, or hospitalizations
• Height and weight measurements
• Vital signs — blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature, and respiratory rate
• Vision and hearing screening
• Assessment of the heart and lungs
• Abdominal examination
• Musculoskeletal evaluation — flexibility, posture, joints, and range of motion (particularly relevant for sports clearance)
• Neurological assessment as appropriate
• Review of immunization status and any upcoming vaccine needs

For sports physicals in particular, our providers pay close attention to musculoskeletal health and cardiovascular screening — two areas that matter most for safe athletic participation. If any concerns are identified, your provider will discuss findings and next steps with you before you leave.

• Lead testing — required for children up to age 6 in Illinois and Indiana; bring prior results if available
• Hemoglobin (anemia) screening — recommended for younger children and required at some grade levels
• Tuberculosis (TB) testing — available for children with specific risk factors or school requirements

These additional screenings may incur separate fees. Ask our front desk when you check in if your child’s school or camp has requested specific lab work.

Feeling unwell? Walk in any day of the week — or bring your child in for a sports or school physical at any Midwest Express Clinic near you.

A little preparation before your visit makes the exam faster and more efficient. Please bring:

• The physical form provided by your school, sports program, or camp — our providers will complete and sign it during the visit
• Your child’s vaccination records, especially for children aged 6 and under
• Any relevant prior blood test results — such as lead or hemoglobin screenings
• A list of current medications and any known allergies
• Documentation of any medical conditions, surgeries, or hospitalizations

If you need additional forms completed beyond the standard one included in the visit fee, extra forms are available for $10 each. Please let us know at check-in if you have more than one form.

Parents or legal guardians must be present in the examination room for all patients under 18.

School, sports, and camp physicals at Midwest Express Clinic are $30 for K-12 students. This includes completion of one required form. Additional forms are available for $10 each.

Please note that school, sports, and camp physicals are not covered by health insurance, as they are considered preventive services for enrollment or participation rather than medical treatment. Payment is due at the time of service.

If your provider identifies something during the exam that needs follow-up — a heart murmur, elevated blood pressure, a musculoskeletal concern, or another finding — they will discuss it with you before you leave. In most cases, a follow-up with your child’s primary care provider or a specialist is recommended, and we can help guide that conversation.

A finding does not automatically mean your child cannot participate in sports or attend camp. Many concerns are minor or can be evaluated further before a final clearance determination is made. Our team will give you a clear picture of next steps rather than leaving you with unanswered questions.