Riverside County public health phone, records, WIC, immunizations, HIV/STD, clinics and Environmental Health help
The search Health Department Riverside County usually means Riverside University Health System – Public Health, but not every county health task belongs to the same office.
Use this guide to choose the correct official phone number, records office, WIC route, clinic appointment path, Environmental Health complaint route, medical-records form, lab contact or emergency path before you visit or pay.
Choose the Riverside County health service you need
Select your need. This tool does not book appointments, but it helps you avoid the most common mistake: calling the wrong county office.
Call 951-358-5000. The official Public Health address is 4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503.
Riverside County health office quick answer
The main Riverside University Health System – Public Health phone number is 951-358-5000. The main Public Health address is 4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503.
For recent Riverside County birth or death certificates, call the Office of Vital Records at 951-358-5068. For older birth/death records or marriage certificates, use the Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder route instead.
For WIC, call 855-RIV-HERO or 855-748-4376. For Community Health Center appointments, call 800-720-9553. For Environmental Health, call 888-722-4234.
Official verification before using this Riverside County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This page was refreshed using official RUHS Public Health, RUHS WIC, Office of Vital Records, Public Health Medical Records, Public Health Laboratory, Riverside County HIV/STD Program, Community Health Centers, Riverside County Environmental Health, and Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder pages.
Phone numbers, hours, certificate fees, record-year limits, WIC appointment options, Environmental Health complaint routes, and clinic schedules can change. Always verify on the official page before visiting, mailing documents, paying fees, or relying on a deadline.
What this Riverside County public health guide covers
Riverside County health phone numbers by service
Use the direct program number when possible. Riverside County has different official pathways for Public Health, WIC, records, clinics, Environmental Health, lab reporting and Clerk-Recorder certificates.
| Need | Correct phone or route | Use it for | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main RUHS Public Health | 951-358-5000 | General public-health routing and program questions. | Service name, city, ZIP code, deadline and callback number. |
| Recent birth or death certificate | 951-358-5068 | Birth or death records that occurred in Riverside County this year or last year. | Record type, full name, date, relationship, ID, and payment question. |
| Older birth/death or marriage certificate | 951-955-6200 Clerk-Recorder / ACR | Older birth/death records and marriage certificates. | Online application number, appointment, ID and fee. |
| RivHero WIC | 855-RIV-HERO 855-748-4376 | WIC appointments, appointment changes, card help and nutrition support. | Pregnancy/child info, Medi-Cal, address, income and preferred clinic. |
| Immediate WIC application help | 800-455-4942 | Apply 4 WIC immediate assistance. | Applicant details, phone, text/email access and preferred language. |
| Immunization program | 951-358-7125 | Vaccine guidance, school shots, provider resources and travel vaccine direction. | Vaccine record, school form, travel date, provider details. |
| HIV care / HIV-STD program | 951-358-6037 | HIV care appointments, PrEP, PEP, HIV/STD program support and clinic routing. | Safe callback number, exposure timing, medication list and clinic preference. |
| Community Health Centers | 800-720-9553 | Primary care, Express Care, clinic appointments and CHC scheduling. | Insurance/payment situation, clinic city, symptoms, preferred appointment. |
| Public Health medical records | 951-358-6082 Fax: 951-358-5294 | Public Health record release questions and signed authorization routing. | Patient info, signed form, mailing address and record type. |
| Public Health Laboratory | 951-358-5070 | Lab reporting and public-health laboratory service questions. | Provider/lab details, condition, specimen/reporting question. |
| Environmental Health | 888-722-4234 After-hours: 951-782-2968 | Food, pools, septic, wells, body art, hazardous materials, medical waste and complaints. | Facility/property address, complaint facts, dates and photos if appropriate. |
Which Riverside County health agency should you use?
Many users search “Riverside County Health Department” for every health-related task. That creates confusion because several official county systems share similar names.
For broader state routing, see our California Department of Public Health guide. For local office lookup, use our health department near me guide.
Before you call, visit, mail or pay Riverside County health services
Riverside County birth certificates, death certificates and marriage records
Riverside County has two major official routes. RUHS Public Health Office of Vital Records handles Riverside County births and deaths for the current year and previous year only. The Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder handles older birth/death records and marriage certificates.
| Record need | Use this office | Current listed fee | Practical warning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current-year or previous-year birth certificate | RUHS Office of Vital Records, 4065 County Circle Drive, Suite 102 | $34 per copy | Call 951-358-5068. For certified copy by mail, a notarized sworn statement may be required. |
| Current-year or previous-year death certificate | RUHS Office of Vital Records | $26 per copy | Search fee is collected whether or not the record is found. |
| Still birth or fetal death certificate | RUHS Office of Vital Records | Still Birth $20; Fetal Death $23 | Eligibility is limited; follow the exact application. |
| Older birth or death certificate | Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder | Birth $34; Death $26 | Public Health directs older records to Clerk-Recorder. |
| Marriage certificate | Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder | $19; confidential marriage $19 | Do not request marriage certificates from Public Health Vital Records. |
Estimate certificate copy cost
This estimates listed basic copy fees only. It does not include card, online, delivery, notary, amendment, expedited, vendor or shipping charges.
One birth certificate copy using the listed base fee.
RivHero WIC application, appointment and card help
Riverside County WIC is branded RivHero WIC. It offers wholesome foods, personalized health plans, wellness and breastfeeding coaches, online classes, family tools, and appointment options online, by phone and in person.
To schedule or change a WIC appointment, call 855-RIV-HERO or 855-748-4376. For immediate Apply 4 WIC assistance, the official form page lists 800-455-4942.
What to prepare for WIC
- Pregnancy, postpartum, infant, breastfeeding or child details.
- Photo ID or identity details requested by WIC.
- Home address and mailing address if different.
- Medi-Cal case information if applicable.
- Phone number that can receive calls or texts.
- Preferred clinic and preferred appointment type.
Immunization program, school shots, vaccine records and travel guidance
The RUHS Public Health Immunization Branch helps Riverside County residents with vaccine education, vaccine-preventable disease reduction, school and childcare resources, provider support and traveler immunization guidance.
For Immunization Program information, call 951-358-7125. For direct clinic appointments, ask whether a Community Health Center or Express Care location is more appropriate.
Bring vaccine records
Bring records from doctors, schools, pharmacies, prior states and digital portals if available.
Check school requirements
California school and childcare vaccine rules are specific. Use school-shot resources and official program pages before deadlines.
Plan travel vaccines early
Travelers should check recommended immunizations well before departure because some vaccines need time or multiple doses.
Verify clinic availability
Vaccine clinics can be canceled or rescheduled due to availability, so verify before leaving home.
HIV care, STD program, PrEP, PEP and sexual health support
The Riverside County HIV/STD Program works on HIV and STD prevention, care linkage, treatment, counseling, partner notification and referrals. Fees may be based on a sliding scale.
For HIV care appointments, call 951-358-6037. The official HIV care page lists Riverside Neighborhood Health Clinic, Perris Family Care Center and Indio Family Health Center as HIV-care locations using the same appointment number.
| Location | Address | Phone / hours note | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Neighborhood Health Clinic | 7140 Indiana Avenue, Riverside, CA 92504 | 951-358-6037; Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | HIV care, prevention and program support. |
| Perris Family Care Center | 308 East San Jacinto Avenue, Perris, CA 92570 | 951-358-6037; Tuesday and Friday 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | HIV care appointment routing in Perris area. |
| Indio Family Health Center | 47-923 Oasis Street, Indio, CA 92201 | 951-358-6037; once a month 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Indio-area HIV care appointment routing. |
Community Health Centers, Express Care and primary care appointments
RUHS Community Health Centers are different from RUHS Public Health. They provide primary care, Express Care, preventive care, chronic disease management and other clinical services at multiple locations throughout Riverside County.
Call 800-720-9553 for Community Health Center appointments. Express Care may be available without appointment at select locations for non-emergency issues.
Public Health medical records and laboratory services
Public Health medical records require a signed authorization form. Unsigned requests are not processed. Completed authorization forms may be mailed to 4210 Riverwalk Parkway, Suite 300, Riverside, CA 92505 or faxed to 951-358-5294.
For medical-record inquiries, call 951-358-6082. For Public Health Laboratory Services, call 951-358-5070; the lab is at 4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503.
Food, pools, septic, wells, body art and Environmental Health complaints
Riverside County Department of Environmental Health is separate from RUHS Public Health. It handles food facilities, community pools, private wells, septic systems, body art, hazardous materials, medical waste, tobacco, dumping and other public-health safety concerns.
Call 888-722-4234 during normal routing. For after-hours on-call staff, call 951-782-2968. Offices are listed Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m., excluding specified holidays.
| Environmental need | Use this route | Prepare before contacting |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or food facility complaint | Environmental Health complaint form or 888-722-4234 | Facility name, address, date/time, food item, symptoms if any, photos if appropriate. |
| Septic or private well | Environmental Health office nearest the property | Property address, parcel info, permit issue, contractor and project timeline. |
| Pools, spas or body art | Environmental Health inspection/complaint route | Business name, facility address, issue, permit number if known. |
| Hazardous materials or medical waste | Environmental Health / CUPA branch | Facility details, incident facts, after-hours urgency if applicable. |
What Riverside County health offices do not handle
What to do if your Riverside County health service is not found
Map to RUHS Public Health at County Circle Drive
This map points to RUHS Public Health at 4065 County Circle Drive. If you need Clerk-Recorder, Environmental Health, or a Community Health Center, verify that separate address first.
Official Riverside County health links
Use these official pages for final phone numbers, forms, fees, appointment rules and live program updates.
RUHS Public Health contactMain Public Health phone, address and agency information. RUHS Office of Vital RecordsRecent Riverside County birth and death certificate services. Vital Records by mailMail instructions, notarized sworn statement note and 2026 certificate fees. Riverside County Clerk-Recorder certificatesOlder birth/death records, marriage certificates, fees and official application paths. RivHero WICWIC appointments, benefits, breastfeeding, card and online WIC resources. Apply 4 WICOfficial WIC application form and immediate assistance number. Immunization ProgramSchool shots, vaccine guidance, provider resources and travel immunization references. HIV/STD ProgramHIV/STD prevention, care, sliding-scale fee note and program resources. Community Health CentersPrimary care, Express Care, sliding fee scale and appointment information. Public Health Medical RecordsAuthorization form, mail address, fax and inquiry number. Public Health Laboratory ServicesLab phone, location, reporting guidance and laboratory resources. Riverside County Environmental Health contactEnvironmental Health phone, office hours, after-hours number and complaint route.Riverside County health department FAQ
What is the Riverside County Public Health phone number?
The main RUHS Public Health phone number is 951-358-5000. Use direct program numbers for Vital Records, WIC, Environmental Health, Community Health Centers, medical records and lab services.
Where is Riverside County Public Health located?
RUHS Public Health is at 4065 County Circle Drive, Riverside, CA 92503. The Office of Vital Records is in Suite 102 at the same County Circle Drive address.
How do I get a Riverside County birth certificate?
For Riverside County births from the current year or previous year, call RUHS Office of Vital Records at 951-358-5068. For older birth records, use Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder.
How much is a Riverside County birth certificate?
RUHS Vital Records lists birth certificates at $34 per copy. Clerk-Recorder also lists birth certificates at $34. Verify the current fee before ordering.
How do I get a Riverside County death certificate?
For current-year or previous-year death records, call 951-358-5068. For older death records, use the Riverside County Clerk-Recorder route.
What is the Riverside County WIC phone number?
RivHero WIC lists 855-RIV-HERO, also written as 855-748-4376. Apply 4 WIC immediate assistance is listed as 800-455-4942.
Who handles restaurant, septic or pool complaints in Riverside County?
Riverside County Department of Environmental Health handles food facilities, pools, septic, wells, body art and environmental complaints. Call 888-722-4234 or after-hours 951-782-2968.
How do I make an RUHS Community Health Center appointment?
Call the centralized Community Health Center scheduling line at 800-720-9553. Express Care may be available at select locations for non-emergency issues.
How do I request Riverside Public Health medical records?
Download and complete the official Public Health Authorization to Access Medical Records form. Signed forms may be mailed to 4210 Riverwalk Parkway, Suite 300, Riverside, CA 92505, or faxed to 951-358-5294. For inquiries, call 951-358-6082.
Is RUHS Public Health the same as Riverside County Environmental Health?
No. RUHS Public Health handles public-health programs such as WIC, immunization guidance, recent vital records, HIV/STD and lab services. Environmental Health is a separate department for food facilities, pools, septic, wells, body art, hazardous materials and complaints.