BSA Health Forms

We understand that physical exams may be difficult to obtain in some parts of the country because of COVID-19. We also realize that this may present a hardship for some participants that typically schedule their physical exams prior to the camping season. In light of COVID-19, the following guidance is being provided and will be in effect until August 31, 2020. The following one-time exceptions will only apply to BSA Accredited Council Camps and BSA High Adventure Bases.

Note: Participants that have a valid, completed AHMR Parts A, B & C (NCAP HS-503) within 12 months of camp need no exception.

Participants with a Part C completed on or after February 1, 2019:

• Validity of any Part C completed on or after February 1, 2019 is extended until August 31, 2020.
• Update Parts A and B of the AHMR within two weeks of your departure to camp. Download here: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/ahmr/

Participants with no Part C or one prior to February 1, 2019, including new members:

• Attach a completed alternate exam (sports, school, annual well exam at pediatrician) completed on or after February 1, 2019. This will be accepted as a valid Part C until August 31, 2020.
• Update Parts A and B of the AHMR within two weeks of your departure to camp. Download here: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/ahmr/

There will be no other exceptions outside these parameters.

If a participant does not meet the criteria above, the following are options to consider to obtain an examination:

• Telephonic well appointment – Conducted with an individual’s existing health care provider (HCP) to complete the AHMR Part C exam and examiners signature virtually.
• Professional or Compliance well exams - Adult participants whose profession requires regular well or compliance exams (emergency responders, pilots, etc.) may also be able to complete the exam requirements by having the conducting HCP complete Part C either during those well checks or telephonically.
• Local Community clinic or alternative HCP - If primary HCP is unavailable, use alternatives / clinics in the local community such as alternate HCP, CVS, Rite Aid, Care Now, etc.

Individuals with higher risk for severe COVID-19 as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

We would recommend that in the summer of 2020, this group stay at home. The model risk acknowledgement and pre-event medical checklist 680-057 includes the following guidance:
Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. If you are in this group, please ensure you have approval from your health care provider prior to attending camp.
We would also encourage anyone whose medical condition or history has significantly changed since their last physical exam have approval from their health care provider prior to attending camp.