Associates of Houston
We understand the importance of regular physical exams in maintaining your overall health and well-being. We are dedicated to providing thorough and personalized physical examinations to help you stay on top of your health.
What is a Physical Exam?
A physical exam is a comprehensive evaluation of your health, conducted by a primary care physician. This routine check-up helps in early detection of potential health issues, monitoring chronic conditions, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
What to Expect During Your Physical Exam
During your visit we will
Review Your Medical History: We will discuss your personal and family medical history, any medications you are taking, and any symptoms or concerns you may have.
Vital Signs Check: We will measure your blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature to assess your basic health status.
Physical Examination: This includes checking your heart, lungs, abdomen, skin, and other vital areas to detect any abnormalities. We may also perform a neurological exam to assess your reflexes, muscle strength, and balance.
Laboratory Tests: Based on your age, gender, and risk factors, we may recommend blood tests, urinalysis, or other laboratory tests to screen for conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, and kidney issues.
Preventive Screenings: Depending on your health profile, we may suggest preventive screenings such as mammograms, colonoscopies, or bone density tests.
Vaccinations: We will review your immunization records and administer any necessary vaccines to keep you protected against preventable diseases.
Benefits of Regular Physical Exams
Regular physical exams help you:
Detect Health Issues Early: Early detection can lead to more effective treatment and better outcomes.
Manage Chronic Conditions: Keep chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension under control.
Receive Personalized Advice: Get tailored health and lifestyle advice to improve your well-being.
Update Vaccinations: Ensure you are up-to-date with essential vaccines.
Schedule Your Physical Exam Today
Take a proactive approach to your health by scheduling a physical exam
Sports Physicals - $50
We offer sports physicals for school children participating in sport or band activity. Sports physicals are not covered by insurance and our pricing is $50.
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Call : (713) 436-4566 for appointment
Call : (713) 436-4566 for appointment
Immigration Physicals - $295 for adults and $220 for children
We offer Immigration Physicals for those in the process of applying for a Green Card. Insurance does not cover the costs of immigration physicals. Immigration Physical exam costs include consultation, tests and paperwork, however they don't include vaccinations or immunization titers
Types of Physical Exams we Offer
School Physicals with QuantiFERON Gold Test and optional immunizations titer testing
We offer school physical exams. Most schools require a quantiFERON TB gold test and our pricing is very nominal. We also offer low cost immunization titers. Typically, insurance does not cover the costs of the titers or the TB test as they are oftenconsidered "Non diagnostic" but a patient can call and specifically ask the insurance for more details. Insurance companies also typically pay for a general Annual Physical exam. So chances are that a copay/deductible might apply or the entire exam may not be covered. It is always good to contact the insurance company and ask for more details.
General Annual Physical
Covered at 100% by most insurance companies once a year. Yearly cycle recommended for consistency. Some Labs are generally covered by the insurance company depending on the type of insurance. Available for uninsured at low cost pricing
Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
Covered at 100% by medicare and medicare advantage plans. Yearly cycle is mandatory for coverage otherwise medicare denies claim