Pre-Deployment Exams

Various Passport Health locations throughout the United States offer MOD-compliant physical examinations. These locations include:

A MOD pre-deployment physical is a full physical exam done in accordance with CENTCOM guidelines. The physical is designed to ensure those entering a foreign environment are physically fit and able to perform their duties. Both service people and civilian contractors are expected to meet or exceed the minimal standards set by the MOD guidelines.

Pre-deployment medical services provided by Passport Health include:

• MOD-compliant physical examination
• MOD-required lab work, including tuberculosis testing
• MOD-required immunizations, including anthrax, Japanese encephalitis or others required for travel to the designated region
• Antimalarial medication and advice, if needed for the designated region
• Visual acuity tests
• Audiograms
• DNA sampling
• EKGs
• Spirometry

Passport Health offers pre-deployment physical exams for children and government employees when needed.

Additional services may be available based on MOD requirements for travel to designated regions.

MOD physical exams are required for any individuals deploying to a region under the U.S. Department of Defense. Individuals who may need a MOD exam include: uniformed service members, DoD civilian personnel and DoD contract personnel. Final approval if an individual needs a MOD physical or if they will be allowed into an area of operations after receiving the physical rest with the CENTCOM Surgeon or Service Component Surgeon, per MOD guidelines.

Depending on the situation, MOD guidelines may extend to family members entering the area of operation with DoD personnel (civilian or otherwise). Be sure to verify with your liaison if you are unsure if a MOD exam is required for yourself or others.

MOD pre-deployment physical costs can vary based on local conditions, needed medications and if any additional testing is required. Please contact your local Passport Health MOD physical exam provider to learn more about pricing in your area.