Richland County Health Department Services, Phone Numbers, Appointments, WIC, Vital Records & Clinic Help
This guide explains how to contact the Richland County Health Department in Columbia, South Carolina, what phone number to use, how to schedule services through South Carolina DPH, and where to find official help for family planning, immunizations, STD/HIV/Hep C testing, tuberculosis services, WIC, vital records, overdose safety kits, public health clinics, and county health resources.
Richland County searches can be confusing because users may see the county government page, the South Carolina Department of Public Health site, DPH clinic listings, and vital records pages. This page separates those paths so you can call the right number, choose the right service, and avoid wasting a visit to the wrong office.
Use this selector to find the correct official route. It does not schedule the appointment for you, but it helps you avoid the common mistake of calling the county information number for a DPH clinic appointment, WIC appointment, vital record question, or urgent health issue.
The Richland County government page lists the Richland County Health Department at 2000 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29204. It lists office hours as 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., information phone 803-576-2980, family planning 803-576-2734, and vital records 803-576-2939. For clinic appointments through South Carolina DPH, use the Care Line at 1-855-472-3432.
Richland County Health Department phone number, address and services
The Richland County Health Department is listed at 2000 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29204. The Richland County government page lists office hours as 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., information phone 803-576-2980, family planning phone 803-576-2734, and vital records phone 803-576-2939.
South Carolina Department of Public Health clinic pages show that services such as family planning, immunizations, STD/HIV/Hep C testing and treatment, tuberculosis treatment, opioid overdose safety kits, and WIC services are available through public health clinics, including Richland County Health Department. For appointments, South Carolina DPH directs users to call 1-855-472-3432 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. or schedule online using Web Chat where available.
Use the county page for local contact details, the South Carolina DPH clinic pages for appointments and service availability, and the DPH vital records pages for birth, death, marriage, divorce, corrections, fees, and ID requirements. For emergencies, call 911. Do not wait for a clinic appointment line, web chat, or office-hours response during immediate danger.
Richland County Health Department fast facts for 2026
Official verification for this Richland County Health Department guide
Publish-ready as of: May 15, 2026.
This guide was prepared from official Richland County and South Carolina Department of Public Health resources, including the Richland County Health & Social Services page, South Carolina DPH public health clinics pages, DPH services pages, family planning pages, vaccinations pages, WIC pages, vital records pages, opioid overdose safety kit resources, mobile health unit information, and South Carolina public health clinic appointment guidance.
Public health clinic services, appointment hours, mobile health schedules, WIC eligibility, vaccine availability, testing availability, vital records rules, fees, ID requirements, and same-day amendment rules can change. Verify the official DPH or Richland County page before visiting, paying a fee, submitting documents, or relying on a deadline.
What this Richland County Health Department guide covers
Richland County Health Department phone number directory by service
The right phone number depends on whether you need general county information, clinic appointment scheduling, family planning, vital records, WIC, vaccines, STD/HIV services, TB services, or South Carolina DPH agency contact. Do not rely on one old phone number from a directory website.
Phone-use guidance before calling
Before calling, write down the exact service, your appointment need, record type, childβs school vaccine requirement, WIC question, test type, certificate request, identification issue, or referral need. A clear request helps staff route you faster than saying βI need the health department.β
Richland County Health Department address, hours and appointment routing
The Richland County Health Department is listed at 2000 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29204. Richland County lists office hours as 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. South Carolina DPH clinic pages may show additional appointment instructions or service-specific timing, so always check the official service page before visiting.
Some services may be appointment-based, and not all public health services are available at every clinic statewide. South Carolina DPH tells users to call 1-855-472-3432 to find the appropriate location and make appointments for services.
What Richland County Health Department services may include
South Carolina DPH public health clinic pages list services such as family planning, immunizations, overdose safety kits, pregnancy testing, postpartum/newborn home visits, services for children and youth with special health care needs, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, tuberculosis treatment, and WIC services.
The DPH headquarters update specifically states that family planning, immunizations, STD/HIV/Hep C, Tuberculosis testing, Opioid OD Kits, and WIC services will continue at the Richland County Health Department at 2000 Hampton St., Columbia.
What may not be handled by the Richland County Health Department
The Richland County Health Department is a public health clinic resource, but it is not the correct office for every health, benefit, hospital, insurance, or local government problem. Calling the wrong office can delay the real solution.
Family planning, pregnancy testing and reproductive health services
South Carolina DPH describes Family Planning as a public health preventive service that assists individuals in achieving their desired number and spacing of children through affordable and voluntary family planning services. DPH says the program has provided low or no-cost reproductive health care to women, men and teens since the 1970s.
For Richland County, the county page lists 803-576-2734 for family planning, and South Carolina DPH tells users they can call the Care Line at 1-855-472-3432 to find a clinic and schedule services.
Richland County immunizations, school shots and vaccine appointments
South Carolina DPH public health clinics provide immunization services, and DPH tells users to call 1-855-472-3432 for an immunization clinic near them and appointment help. DPH also notes that adult immunizations are available across South Carolina, and local health departments can provide more information.
For Richland County, DPH pages continue to list immunizations as a service provided at Richland County Health Department. If the vaccine is needed for school, college, employment, travel, flu season, or adult protection, verify availability before visiting.
STD, HIV, Hep C testing and treatment in Richland County
South Carolina DPH clinic pages list STD/HIV/Hep C testing and treatment as public health clinic services. DPH pages also connect users to HIV, AIDS, STD, and related testing resources. Richland County Health Department is specifically listed by DPH as continuing STD/HIV/Hep C services at 2000 Hampton St.
Tuberculosis testing and treatment through South Carolina DPH
South Carolina DPH clinic pages list tuberculosis treatment among local health department services, and DPH states that tuberculosis testing continues at the Richland County Health Department. Use DPH clinic appointment routing for TB testing or treatment questions.
Richland County WIC nutrition, breastfeeding support and appointment help
South Carolina DPH explains that WIC is a nutrition program that provides health education, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and other services at no cost to South Carolina families who qualify. DPH says WIC supports women, infants, and children under 5 years old.
To schedule a WIC appointment, South Carolina DPH directs users to call 1-855-472-3432. DPHβs apply-for-WIC guidance says users can use the online pre-application to see whether they may be eligible or call for an in-person or online appointment.
Birth, death, marriage and divorce records in Richland County
South Carolina DPH handles certified copies of births, deaths, marriages and divorces that occurred in South Carolina through mail, online, phone, and official vital records processes. The Richland County page lists 803-576-2939 for vital records.
DPH vital records pages explain that the Division of Vital Records in Columbia conducts searches for birth, death, marriage and divorce records. DPH also notes that beginning November 17, 2025, the Richland County office, formerly known as the State Office, will no longer process same-day amendment requests. For amendments or corrections, do not assume same-day service is available.
Vital records visit tip
Prepare the full name on the record, date of birth/death/marriage/divorce, county, parent or spouse details when needed, valid ID, relationship proof if required, payment method, mailing address, and whether you need a certified copy or an amendment.
Opioid overdose safety kits and naloxone in Richland County
South Carolina DPH says overdose safety kits containing naloxone, the opioid overdose antidote, as well as fentanyl and xylazine testing strips are available at all DPH clinic sites. DPH also says users can call the Care Line at 1-855-472-3432 to ask where to pick up an opioid overdose kit.
South Carolina DPH mobile health units and community clinic access
South Carolina DPH has launched mobile health units designed to bring health department services into communities. Mobile services can help reduce transportation barriers, reach underserved areas, and extend preventive public health services beyond a fixed clinic building.
Mobile health availability is not the same as walk-in service at the Richland County Health Department. Users should check the current DPH mobile health unit information or contact DPH before relying on a mobile event.
What to bring before visiting Richland County Health Department
Different services require different documents. Do not arrive with only a phone screenshot if your service needs ID, medical records, insurance, proof of residence, income proof, school forms, or a completed application.
Do not use Richland County clinic contact pages for emergencies
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health crisis support in the United States, call or text 988. If an overdose is happening now, call 911 even if naloxone is available.
The Richland County Health Department and South Carolina DPH clinic pages are useful for appointments, public health services, WIC, vaccines, testing, TB services, vital records, and prevention resources. They are not a substitute for emergency medical care, urgent law enforcement help, crisis response, or immediate safety intervention.
Richland County Health Department map and office search
The map below points to the Richland County Health Department address at 2000 Hampton Street in Columbia. Before visiting, verify appointment status, service availability, documents, and current hours through the official Richland County or South Carolina DPH page.
Official Richland County Health Department and South Carolina DPH links
Use these official resources before relying on old directories, private listing sites, or phone numbers copied from outdated search results.
Richland County Health & Social Services Official county page listing Richland County Health Department address, office hours and key phone numbers. South Carolina DPH Public Health Clinics Official DPH clinic finder and public health clinic service resource. DPH Local Health Department Services Official DPH page explaining health department services and appointment scheduling through 1-855-472-3432. Services Provided at DPH Clinics Official DPH page covering immunizations, overdose safety kits, STI services, TB treatment, WIC and other clinic services. South Carolina Family Planning Official DPH family planning page for reproductive health services and clinic routing. South Carolina DPH Vaccinations Official DPH vaccination page for immunization clinic information and appointment guidance. South Carolina WIC Nutrition Program Official DPH WIC page for nutrition education, healthy foods, breastfeeding support and family services. Apply for WIC Official DPH WIC application guidance and appointment instructions. South Carolina Vital Records Official DPH vital records page for birth, death, marriage and divorce records. Vital Records Fees Official DPH fee guidance for vital records searches and certified copies. Naloxone and Opioid Overdose Safety Kits Official DPH resource for overdose safety kits, naloxone and testing strips. DPH Mobile Health Units Official DPH announcement explaining mobile health units for community public health services.Richland County Health Department FAQ
What is the Richland County Health Department phone number?
The Richland County government page lists 803-576-2980 for information, 803-576-2734 for family planning and 803-576-2939 for vital records. South Carolina DPH directs public health clinic appointment scheduling through 1-855-472-3432.
Where is the Richland County Health Department located?
The Richland County Health Department is listed at 2000 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC 29204.
What are Richland County Health Department hours?
The Richland County government page lists office hours as 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. Service-specific appointment times, clinic availability and DPH scheduling rules may vary, so check the official DPH clinic page or call the appointment line before visiting.
How do I schedule a South Carolina DPH clinic appointment in Richland County?
South Carolina DPH directs users to call 1-855-472-3432 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. or use online Web Chat where available to schedule public health clinic services.
Does Richland County Health Department offer WIC?
Yes. South Carolina DPH states that WIC services continue to be provided at the Richland County Health Department. DPH WIC appointment guidance uses the Care Line at 1-855-472-3432.
Does Richland County Health Department offer immunizations?
Yes. South Carolina DPH states that immunizations continue at the Richland County Health Department. For a DPH immunization clinic appointment, call 1-855-472-3432 or check the official DPH clinic page.
Can I get STD, HIV or Hep C testing at Richland County Health Department?
South Carolina DPH lists STD/HIV/Hep C testing and treatment as public health clinic services and states those services continue at the Richland County Health Department. Appointment and availability should be confirmed through DPH.
Does the Richland County Health Department offer TB testing or treatment?
South Carolina DPH lists tuberculosis treatment among public health clinic services and says tuberculosis testing continues at Richland County Health Department. Call 1-855-472-3432 for appointment routing.
Can I get a birth or death certificate at Richland County Health Department?
The Richland County government page lists vital records at 803-576-2939. South Carolina DPH handles certified copies of birth, death, marriage and divorce records through official vital records processes. Verify ID, eligibility, fees and current office rules before visiting.
Does Richland County Health Department provide naloxone?
South Carolina DPH says overdose safety kits containing naloxone, fentanyl testing strips and xylazine testing strips are available at all DPH clinic sites. Call 1-855-472-3432 to ask where you can pick up an opioid overdose kit.
Is Richland County Health Department the same as South Carolina DPH?
The Richland County Health Department is a local public health clinic location connected to South Carolina DPH services. The county page lists local contact details, while South Carolina DPH provides statewide clinic service information, appointments and program pages.
Is this the official Richland County Health Department website?
No. This is an independent informational guide. For official appointments, hours, fees, forms, clinic services, vital records, WIC, immunizations or public health notices, use the official Richland County and South Carolina DPH websites.
Independent guide and official-use disclaimer
This article is an independent guide created to help users understand Richland County Health Department services, phone numbers, Columbia location, appointments, WIC, immunizations, family planning, STD/HIV/Hep C services, TB services, vital records, opioid overdose safety kits, and official South Carolina DPH links.
It is not the official Richland County or South Carolina Department of Public Health website and does not provide medical, legal, benefits, emergency, eligibility or vital records advice. Before visiting, applying, paying, submitting documents, scheduling services or relying on hours, verify details directly with Richland County, South Carolina DPH or the appropriate official agency.
Bottom line for Richland County Health Department services and phone help
For Richland County Health Department local information, use the official county page or call 803-576-2980. For public health clinic appointments, use South Carolina DPHβs Care Line at 1-855-472-3432. For family planning, the county page lists 803-576-2734. For vital records, the county page lists 803-576-2939.
The best user path is simple: choose the exact service, check the official Richland County or DPH page, call the correct number, bring the right documents, and do not rely on old directory listings for appointments, fees, or eligibility.