Sports Physicals Every Day at Monarch Medicine Urgent Care
Student athletes in Carmel, Fishers, Westfield, and Zionsville need sports physicals every year before the season starts — and most families don’t have time to schedule a separate appointment weeks in advance. Monarch Medicine offers sports physicals every day, walk-in, no appointment needed, for $65.80. Your athlete is evaluated by Dr. Lisa Clay, MD, FAAFP — a board-certified family physician — and all required clearance forms are completed on-site before you leave.
I’m Dr. Lisa Clay, and I’ve made sports physicals available every day at Monarch Medicine because tryout deadlines and season start dates don’t always align with a pediatrician’s availability. No family should have to choose between missing a season and paying ER prices for a routine physical. $65.80, walk in, done.
What’s Included in a Sports Physical at Monarch Medicine
Every sports physical at Monarch Medicine is a complete Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation (PPE) that meets IHSAA clearance requirements and Hamilton County school standards:
| Component | What We Assess |
|---|---|
| Medical History Review | Prior injuries, surgeries, chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, heart conditions), current medications, family cardiac history |
| Vital Signs | Height, weight, BMI, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation |
| Cardiovascular Screening | Heart rate and rhythm assessment, blood pressure evaluation, review of cardiac symptoms and family history of sudden cardiac death |
| Musculoskeletal Exam | Joint range of motion, prior injury assessment, strength and stability evaluation for sport-specific demands |
| Vision Screening | Visual acuity check; referral recommended if significant deficit identified |
| Respiratory Assessment | Lung auscultation, review of asthma or exercise-induced bronchospasm history, inhaler status |
| Clearance Documentation | IHSAA Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation form completed and signed on-site; school-specific forms accepted |
Most visits take 20 minutes or less. Walk in, be seen by a physician, leave with your clearance form. If Dr. Clay identifies a finding that warrants further evaluation before clearance — a heart murmur, an unresolved prior injury, elevated blood pressure — we explain clearly what the next step is and why, so nothing is left ambiguous.
Why Cardiac Screening Matters in a Sports Physical
Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in student athletes during exercise — and the majority of cases involve conditions that were present but undetected before the event. The cardiovascular component of the Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation is specifically designed to screen for the conditions most associated with exercise-related sudden cardiac death: hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, long QT syndrome, anomalous coronary arteries, and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome.
According to the American Heart Association, a 14-point cardiac history and physical examination is the recommended minimum screening standard for student athletes. Monarch Medicine’s sports physical includes this assessment at every visit. Athletes with symptoms — chest pain during exercise, unexplained fainting, palpitations, or a family history of sudden cardiac death under age 50 — receive additional evaluation and cardiology referral if indicated.
Update Immunizations at the Same Visit
If your athlete is behind on required school vaccinations — Tdap, meningococcal, HPV — we can update them at the same sports physical visit through our on-site vaccination services. No second trip, no separate pharmacy visit. Bring your child’s immunization record and we’ll identify any gaps at the time of the physical.
Sports We Clear — All Student Athletes Welcome
Monarch Medicine completes Pre-Participation Physical Evaluations for all IHSAA-regulated sports and activities, school-specific physical forms, and camp and activity physicals. We serve student athletes from Carmel High School, Hamilton Southeastern, Westfield High School, Zionsville Community High School, and schools throughout Hamilton County. If you’re unsure whether we complete your specific form, call us at (317) 804-4203 before coming in.
We also complete physicals for adult recreational leagues, employer fitness requirements, and camp programs — not just school-age athletes. Same walk-in process, same same-day documentation.
What to Bring to Your Sports Physical
- Your school’s specific physical form if different from the standard IHSAA PPE form — we complete what you bring
- Your child’s immunization record — so we can identify any vaccination gaps at the same visit
- Insurance card or payment — $65.80 cash, card, or insurance
- A list of current medications and any known medical conditions or prior injuries
- Parent or guardian present for athletes under 18
Walk In Today — Sports Physicals Every Day in Carmel
No appointment needed. Check in online before you leave to minimize your wait, or walk in directly to 90 Executive Drive, Suite A, Carmel, IN 46032.
Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat–Sun 9am–12pm
Price: $65.80 · Insurance accepted
Phone: (317) 804-4203
Frequently Asked Questions About Sports Physicals
Sports physicals at Monarch Medicine are $65.80. We accept most major insurance plans — coverage for preventive physicals varies by plan, so call us at (317) 804-4203 to verify your coverage before your visit. The $65.80 rate applies to self-pay patients. If your child also needs immunization updates at the same visit, vaccines are billed separately.
No appointment needed — walk-ins are always welcome 7 days a week. The fastest way to minimize your wait is to check in online through MyChart before you leave the house. Most sports physical visits take 20 minutes or less from check-in to clearance form in hand.
Yes. We complete the standard IHSAA Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation form on-site at every visit. If your school uses a different or supplemental form, bring it with you and we’ll complete it. Forms are signed by Dr. Clay — a licensed physician — which meets all IHSAA physician certification requirements. Documentation is provided the same day; no waiting for results or follow-up.
If Dr. Clay identifies a finding that requires further evaluation before clearance — elevated blood pressure, a heart murmur, an unresolved orthopedic issue, or cardiac symptoms in the history — we explain exactly what was found, what the next evaluation step is, and what timeline to expect. Conditional clearance or deferred clearance is clearly documented. We coordinate with your child’s primary care physician and any needed specialists through Epic and MyChart so the follow-up process moves efficiently.
Yes. Bring your child’s immunization record and we’ll identify any gaps at the time of the physical. Required school vaccines — Tdap booster, meningococcal, HPV — can be administered the same visit through our on-site vaccination services. No second appointment, no pharmacy trip. Vaccines are billed separately from the physical fee.
Yes — Monarch Medicine is open Saturday and Sunday 9am–12pm, walk-ins welcome. Sports physicals are available every day of the week. Weekend availability is especially valuable for families with weekday scheduling conflicts or athletes facing an upcoming tryout deadline. Check in online before arriving to minimize your wait. Questions? Contact us anytime.
Medical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
Last medically reviewed by Dr. Lisa Clay, MD, FAAFP on February 19, 2026.
About the Author
Dr. Lisa Clay, MD, FAAFP
Board-Certified Family Physician
Dr. Lisa Clay is a board-certified family physician with nearly two decades of clinical experience. She founded Monarch Medicine Urgent Care in Carmel, Indiana to deliver compassionate, physician-led care with minimal wait times and transparent pricing.
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