Law Enforcement Medical Evaluation: Employer's Quick Guide
Everything employers need to know about Police Physical — who needs it, what's included, and how to find a provider through BlueHive.
At a glance
- Turnaround
- 24-48 hours
- Typical cost
- $125–$200
Best for
- Public Safety Chiefs
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Comprehensive medical evaluation for police officers and law enforcement personnel ensuring fitness for duty.
Law Enforcement Medical Evaluations assess the physical and medical fitness of police officers, sheriffs, and other law enforcement personnel. These comprehensive exams ensure officers can safely perform the demanding physical requirements of the job.
Who Needs This Service?
- Police officers
- Sheriff deputies
- State troopers
- Federal law enforcement
- Campus police
What's Included
A typical Police Physical appointment includes:
- Comprehensive physical examination
- Cardiovascular stress assessment
- Vision and color perception testing
- Audiometric evaluation
- Drug and alcohol screening
Turnaround time: 24-48 hours
Typical cost: $125–$200
How It Works
- Order — Agency orders evaluation through BlueHive platform.
- Examination — Officer completes comprehensive medical evaluation.
- Testing — Complete required screenings including vision, hearing, and labs.
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How Police Physical works, step by step
- 1
Order
Agency orders evaluation through BlueHive platform.
- 2
Examination
Officer completes comprehensive medical evaluation.
- 3
Testing
Complete required screenings including vision, hearing, and labs.
- 4
Clearance
Receive fitness determination and documentation.
Regulatory snapshot
Varies by state and agency; may follow POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) requirements
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