Camp physicals at MinuteClinic®
Checking off camp requirements is simpler with MinuteClinic. Our providers offer thorough camp physicals and complete your forms during the same visit. Find care that works around your busy schedule, with flexible hours at convenient locations nationwide.
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Services are available at MinuteClinic (virtual care also available)
Upfront pricing — no insurance required
Camp physicals are paid out of pocket. No insurance needed. Payment is due at the time of visit. Pricing may vary by location.
Have questions about camp physicals? We make it easy.
Camp physicals help confirm your child is healthy and ready to participate in camp activities. During the visit, a MinuteClinic provider:
- Reviews medical history and immunization records.
- Performs a routine physical exam and completes the camp’s required paperwork.
- Helps to address any questions or concerns so you feel confident sending your child to camp.
3 steps to feeling better — what to expect at MinuteClinic
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1. Start with a quick check-in
- Online check in: Use your email or text link to check in and to add your payment and insurance information.
- Kiosk check-in: Just bring your confirmation code.
- Walk-in appointment? Sign in at the kiosk.
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2. Relax while we get things ready for you
Take a seat in our waiting room. When it’s your turn, we’ll call your name and take you back for your visit.
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3. Meet with your provider
- During your visit: Your provider will review your symptoms, check your health history and do an exam.
- After your visit: You’ll get a receipt and information about your diagnosis or next steps. You can review your personalized care plan on the CVS Health Dashboard.
Looking for information about camp physicals? We have you covered.
Camp physical examinations are part of registering children for camps. Regulations vary by state. Before registering, check with the administrators about specific eligibility requirements.
A camp physical helps ensure that your child is healthy and physically prepared to participate in all the activities offered, like canoeing, hiking and swimming. A physical exam helps identify potential concerns and reduce the risk of illness or injury while your child is at camp.
Getting help
- You may have to answer a few questions to help us prepare for your visit prior to scheduling your appointment.
Check-in varies depending on how you scheduled your appointment:
If you made your appointment online:
Check in using the email or text message we sent to confirm your appointment. If you prefer to check in using the electronic kiosk, make sure you have your confirmation code.If you made your appointment in the clinic:
Sign in at the electronic kiosk.- When it's time for your appointment, a provider will call your name.
- Your provider will conduct a thorough examination based on your reason for visit, presenting symptoms and health history. Charges will be based on examination and services provided during the visit.
- At the end of your visit, you are provided with a visit summary, receipt and educational material. At your request, we can send your primary care provider information about your visit.
Frequently asked questions
A camp may require participants to have a physical exam and a review of their medical history before attendance. These steps help ensure children are safe to participate.
In addition to meeting the camp registration requirements, there are additional benefits to having a camp physical before participation:
- A physical exam helps address potential health concerns.
- Pre-existing and current conditions can identify potential issues. For example, a recently sprained ankle may limit a child from participating in certain activities.
- A medical history reviews prior illnesses and any medical conditions that run in the family. Identifying and discussing these allows a provider to make recommendations before camp. For example, a history of asthma may require a child to carry an inhaler (even if they haven’t had symptoms for a long time) and alerts camp staff to be aware in case the child has an asthma attack.
Parents and guardians should complete their sections of all the camp forms before the visit. They should also collect the following medical information to bring to the physical:
- Their primary care provider's name and contact information.
- Immunization records (any immunizations administered at a MinuteClinic® location can be accessed by the MinuteClinic provider).
- Relevant health and medical history, including any allergies, current medications and existing medical conditions.
Exam requirements vary by camp but can include any of the following:
- A general physical exam to check their child's abdomen, ears, heart, lungs, nose and throat.
- A vision exam.
- A review of their child's medical history and their family’s medical history.
- Information about dietary supplements, medications and prescriptions.
- Height and weight measurement.
- Blood pressure measurement.
- Oxygen saturation measurement.
- Pulse measurement.
- Respiration measurement.
- A joint test for flexibility and strength.
A camp physical exam is not intended to replace a comprehensive annual wellness exam or any other screening.