US Open Medical Requirements & FAQ

For Informational Purposes Only: This guide is based strictly on the official US Open Rulebook and Athlete Requirements Infographic. Medical requirements may vary by local law or sanctioning entity (§ 9.1, § 26.1). Always verify with official event announcements.

Official Athlete Guide

US Open Medical Requirements & FAQ

Select your profile below to see your exact check-in and medical requirements.

1. Athlete Age Group (Minimum age 8 • § 2.1)

2. Competition Category

3. Competition Division

Your Required Checklist

Download Medical Form (PDF)

Important (§ 2.1, § 2.3.3, § 9.5): Athletes must not be under any medical or disciplinary suspension. Failure to bring printed, signed hard-copy medical forms or valid ID to check-in may result in denial of check-in, removal from the bracket, or disqualification (DQ).

7-Step Athlete Medical Roadmap

Directly from the official US Open Athlete Requirements Infographic and Rulebook § 9.

Physical Exam

Required for All Athletes

All athletes must pass a physical exam certified by a Licensed Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.). (§ 9.1)

Blood Test (HBV, HCV, HIV)

Ages 16+

Competitors 16 years and older must provide lab results showing they are negative for Hepatitis B (HBV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and HIV. Athletes 15 years old and younger do not need a blood test. (§ 9.2)

Pregnancy Screening

Female Athletes 15+

All female athletes aged 15 and older must undergo an hCG urine pregnancy test, which the US Open provides free of charge. (§ 9.3)

Athletes Ages 38+ Additional Requirements

Ages 38+

Applicants 38 years of age and older are required to furnish the results of a stress test administered by a Licensed M.D. or D.O., accompanied by a clearance letter and a copy of the results of an electrocardiogram (EKG) that demonstrates normal cardiovascular function.

Schedule Your Exam

Book a medical examination with your licensed M.D. or D.O. and bring the printed medical form with you.

Complete Required Testing

Ages 16+

Get tested for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV (ages 16+). Make sure your licensed M.D. or D.O. fills out the interpretation of your blood test on the form.

Bring All Documents to Weigh-Ins / Check-In

Return all pages of the completed forms printed out, along with a copy of your blood test results (and clearance letter + EKG if 38+) to weigh-ins. (§ 2.3.3)

Mandatory Hard-Copy Document (§ 2.3.3)

Official Athlete Medical Form

Print, complete with your licensed M.D. or D.O., and bring all pages to check-in/weigh-ins.

Download Medical Form (PDF)

Instructions Before Coming to Check-In / Weigh-Ins

Print the Form & Schedule Your Exam (Infographic Steps 1 & 5, § 9.1): Book a physical examination with a licensed Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) and bring the printed medical form with you.

Blood Test & Physician Interpretation — Ages 16+ (Infographic Steps 2 & 6, § 9.2): Competitors 16 years and older must be tested for Hepatitis B (HBV), Hepatitis C (HCV), and HIV. Make sure your licensed M.D. or D.O. fills out the interpretation of your blood test on the form, and attach a printed copy of your negative lab results. (Athletes 15 years old and younger do not need a blood test.)

Ages 38+ Cardiovascular Documentation (Infographic Step 4): Applicants 38 years of age and older must also include the results of a stress test administered by a Licensed M.D. or D.O., a physician clearance letter, and a copy of electrocardiogram (EKG) results demonstrating normal cardiovascular function.

Bring All Hard-Copy Pages to Check-In / Weigh-Ins (Infographic Step 7, § 2.3.3): All registrants must bring a hard copy of all pages of the completed and signed medical form to check-in. Failure to provide a properly completed and signed hard-copy medical form may result in denial of check-in, removal from the bracket, or disqualification (DQ).

Direct PDF Link: USMTA-Medical-Form-02.07.25.pdf Jurisdiction rules apply (§ 9.1, § 26.1)