What is a Paramedical Exam?
A paramedical examination is a personal visit
With the applicant to collect their medical
History. This information allows the insurance
Company to perform an evaluation of the
Applicant’s current health. The exam usually
Includes height, weight, blood pressure and
Pulse. It may also include the collection of
Blood, urine, oral fluid, and an EKG or X-ray,
Depending on the insurer’s underwriting
Guidelines. All information is kept confidential
And released only to the insurance company
Medical department.
Where is the Exam Performed?
A nurse, medical assistant or M.D. will
Perform examinations at the applicant’s home,
Workplace or our office location at the applicant’s
Convenience.
What if Blood has to be drawn?
Our Phlebotomy expertise will set you at ease, our techs are highly trained
with over 10 + yrs experience.
Only single-use sterile, disposable needles are
Used to collect the specimen, and vinyl gloves
Are always worn.
What is an Ekg?
An electrocardiogram, or EKG, records electronic
Impulses of the heart. This painless procedure is
Usually complete in less than 10 minutes
What happens when the Exam is complete?
The examination and any additional requirements
Are forwarded to the insurance company. Any
Specimens obtained during the examination are
Sent to the designated laboratory, and the results
Forwarded to the insurance company.
Applicant Instructions
In order to obtain accurate information, it is
Recommended to the applicant
• Fast for 6 hours prior to the appointment.
• Limit caffeine, nicotine and alcohol 24 hours prior
To the appointment.
• Drink plenty of water prior to the appointment.
• Prepare names and dosages of any current
Medications.
• Prepare a list of names, addresses and phone numbers
Of any doctors or clinics visited in the last 5 years.
