Frederick County Health Department phone, certificates, vaccines, WIC, dental, food permits, septic and urgent help
The Frederick County Health Department is the local public health department for Frederick County, Maryland. Residents use it for birth and death certificates, immunizations, WIC, dental services, HIV testing, behavioral health resources, naloxone, food control, environmental health, wells, septic, animal bites and urgent after-hours public health routing.
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Call 301-600-1029 for general Frederick County Health Department routing. The main office is 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702. Regular hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Frederick County Health Department quick answer
The main Frederick County Health Department phone number is 301-600-1029. The office address is 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702. Regular business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
For urgent public-health help after business hours, call 301-600-0312. For a medical emergency, call 911. TTY is listed as 800-735-2258, and the main fax is 301-600-3111.
Birth and death certificate windows are listed as 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., closed 12 p.m.-1 p.m. for lunch. Do not arrive during the lunch closure if you need same-day certificate help.
Official verification for this Frederick County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This guide uses official Frederick County Health Department pages for contact information, birth and death certificates, immunizations, WIC, Environmental Health, Food Control, Dental Clinic, Behavioral Health Services, Street Safe, and food-service plan review.
Official pages can change. Always verify live hours, appointment rules, certificate fees, WIC schedules, vaccine eligibility, food license requirements, well/septic steps, after-hours routing and program closures on the official Frederick County Health Department website before visiting, paying or mailing documents.
What this Frederick County Health Department guide covers
This guide is for Frederick County, Maryland only
This page is for Frederick County Health Department in Maryland. It is not for Frederick County, Virginia; Frederick Health Hospital; a private doctor; a pharmacy; a city service not handled by the Health Department; or the Maryland Department of Health main office in Baltimore.
For statewide help, see our Maryland Department of Health guide. For general local office lookup, see our health department near me guide.
Frederick County Health Department phone numbers by service
Use this table before calling. The main number can route you, but direct program numbers usually save time.
| Need | Best phone or route | What to say first |
|---|---|---|
| General health department help | 301-600-1029 | “I live in Frederick County, Maryland and need help with [service].” |
| Urgent after-hours public health call | 301-600-0312 | Explain the urgent public-health issue. Call 911 for a medical emergency. |
| Birth certificate | 301-600-1029 | Say whether the person was born in Maryland on or after January 1, 1939 and whether you have valid ID. |
| Death certificate | 301-600-1029 | Give the date of death, relationship or legal need and whether the death happened in Maryland. |
| Immunizations | 301-600-1733 | Leave the patient name, date of birth, phone number and vaccine need. |
| WIC appointment | 301-600-2507 | Ask about WIC eligibility, appointment scheduling, documents and eWIC. |
| Maternal Child Health | 301-600-3326 | Ask about lead/asthma, Safe Kids, Special Delivery, home birth, doula or family support. |
| Dental clinic | 301-600-1041 | Say the child’s age, insurance status and whether the child has special needs or pain. |
| HIV testing / community health | 301-600-1733 or 301-600-3117 | Ask whether walk-in testing or appointment-based services apply to your situation. |
| Behavioral health resources | 301-600-1755 BHS@FrederickCountyMD.gov | Ask for treatment, recovery support or local behavioral health resource routing. |
| Street Safe / naloxone | 301-600-1777 | Ask about naloxone, overdose training, harm reduction supplies or Street Safe delivery. |
| Environmental Health | General Environmental Health routing: 301-600-1719 | Name the exact issue: food, well, septic, pool, rabies, permit, complaint or burn permit. |
| Well and septic | 301-600-1726 | Give the property address, parcel/tax map if available and permit or record need. |
| Food Control | 301-600-2542 | Say whether you need a food license, food truck, mobile unit, temporary event or complaint help. |
| Animal bite | Animal Control: 301-600-1544 | Report animal type, owner if known, location, bite date and whether medical care was needed. |
Frederick County Health Department office, hours and map
The main Frederick County Health Department office is located at 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702. The main office phone is 301-600-1029.
Regular business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.. Birth and death certificate windows are listed as 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., closed 12 p.m.-1 p.m. for lunch.
Frederick County birth and death certificates
Frederick County Health Department provides local birth and death certificate services at 350 Montevue Lane. The certificate window is listed as 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., closed 12 p.m.-1 p.m.
Birth and death records are not the same. A birth request depends on birth date, state of birth, ID and requester eligibility. A death request depends on death date, relationship, entitlement or legal need.
| Certificate need | Official local detail | Resident warning |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland birth certificate | For Maryland births on or after January 1, 1939. In-person cost is listed as $20 per birth certificate. | Bring valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID with issue and expiration dates. |
| Birth before January 1, 1939 | Call Maryland Division of Vital Records at 410-764-3038. | Do not assume same-day local service is available for older records. |
| Out-of-state birth | Frederick County can help provide phone numbers for other states. | The certificate must come from the state where the birth occurred. |
| Death certificate | Use the local death-certificate route and bring entitlement documents if needed. | Estate, insurance, deed, vehicle title or court-related uses may need multiple certified copies. |
| Online ordering | Official pages may route online orders through VitalChek or Maryland state Vital Records. | Online fees, delivery costs and processing times can differ from local in-person service. |
Birth certificate steps
- Confirm the birth happened in Maryland.
- Confirm the birth date is January 1, 1939 or later for local same-day routing.
- Bring valid photo ID.
- Arrive during certificate hours and avoid the 12 p.m.-1 p.m. lunch closure.
- Use the accepted local payment method listed by the official page.
Frederick County immunizations, school vaccines and vaccine records
Frederick County Health Department offers immunizations by appointment only for eligible children through Vaccines for Children and eligible adults through the Maryland Vaccine Program. It does not provide vaccines for people with private health insurance; those users should schedule with a primary care provider or pharmacy.
Bring to an immunization appointment
- Patient full name and date of birth.
- Current vaccine record.
- School, childcare, camp or employer forms.
- Insurance or Medicaid information if available.
- Parent/guardian ID or written permission for a minor.
- Preferred language request if interpretation is needed.
Frederick County WIC appointments, eWIC and family nutrition help
WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy supplemental foods and health referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children under age five.
Call 301-600-2507 to schedule a WIC appointment. The WIC office is at 350 Montevue Lane, Entrance B, Frederick, MD 21702.
| WIC item | Official detail | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment line | 301-600-2507 | Applicant details, pregnancy/child information and callback number. |
| Office location | 350 Montevue Lane, Entrance B, Frederick, MD 21702 | Confirm appointment time before traveling. |
| wicprogram@frederickcountymd.gov | Use for non-urgent program questions; do not send unnecessary private details. | |
| Lost or damaged eWIC card | Call eWIC Customer Service at 1-844-309-6097 | Cardholder information and mailing address. |
| Hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., closed 12-12:30 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., closed 2-3 p.m. | Do not arrive during closure windows. |
WIC document checklist
- Identification for the applicant and parent/caregiver when needed.
- Proof of Maryland residence.
- Proof of income or benefits.
- Information for all family members applying.
- Pregnancy, infant or child information.
- Questions about breastfeeding, eWIC, approved foods or Farmers’ Market benefits.
Environmental Health: food, well, septic, pools, burn permits and complaints
Environmental Health Services investigates and enforces a variety of environmental health concerns. The Environmental Health office is at 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702.
Food business and permit steps
- Confirm whether your operation is permanent, temporary, mobile, shared kitchen, food truck, farmers market or cottage food.
- For opening or remodeling a food service facility, submit an application and plans before construction or alteration.
- Include plan-review fees, menu, emergency contact form, floor plan and HACCP plan when required.
- Do not stock food or food-service items until written FCHD Food Control Office permission is given after construction is complete.
- For a transfer of an existing food service facility, call Food Control at 301-600-2542 to schedule a transfer inspection.
Animal bites and rabies routing in Frederick County
For an animal bite, do not wait in a general contact queue. Animal bites may require medical care, Animal Control reporting, rabies exposure assessment and public-health follow-up.
Dental, HIV, behavioral health, Street Safe and naloxone services
Frederick County Health Department provides more than certificates and inspections. It also connects residents to dental services, HIV testing, behavioral health resources, harm reduction, naloxone, hepatitis C testing, insurance assistance and maternal-child programs.
| Service | Official route | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Clinic | 301-600-1041, Entrance C, 350 Montevue Lane | Dental services are for children ages 1-18, including children with special needs. Adult services are not provided, but Gray Area Access voucher options may be available. |
| HIV testing / Health Care Connection | 301-600-1733 or program routing | Confirm walk-in or appointment rules before visiting. |
| HIV/AIDS services | 301-600-3117 | May include testing, case management, support-group information and partner notification assistance. |
| Behavioral Health Services | 301-600-1755 or BHS@FrederickCountyMD.gov | Calls and emails are returned within 24 hours during normal business hours. |
| Street Safe Program | 490 C Prospect Blvd., Frederick, MD 21701; 301-600-1777 | Free, confidential and anonymous services include sterile supplies, Narcan, overdose prevention, fentanyl/xylazine test strips, HIV/hepatitis C testing and linkage to care. |
| Medicaid and insurance assistance | Health Care Connection / Preparedness: 301-600-3124 | Ask whether walk-in hours apply and what documents to bring. |
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Official Frederick County Health Department links
Use these official links for final decisions, live hours, documents, appointment rules, fees, closures and program updates.
Frederick County Health Department official websiteMain official website for Frederick County, Maryland public health services, news, alerts and program pages. Contact the Health DepartmentMain phone, urgent after-hours number, business hours, certificate hours, TTY and contact form. Birth and Death CertificatesOfficial local certificate service overview and Administration contact. Birth CertificatesMaryland birth certificate eligibility, ID, fee and in-person steps. Immunizations ClinicAppointment-based vaccine services, eligibility, records, VFC/MVP rules and clinic contact. WIC ProgramWIC appointment phone, eWIC replacement phone, office hours, location and contact email. Environmental HealthWell/septic, food control, community services, environmental health contact and after-hours routing. Food Control OfficeFood licenses, food trucks, mobile units, temporary events, complaints, plan review and food facility rules. Opening or Remodeling a Food Service FacilityPlan review, application, menu, HACCP, construction approval and transfer inspection guidance. Dental ClinicDental services for children ages 1-18 and Gray Area Access voucher information for eligible adults. Behavioral Health ServicesTreatment and recovery support routing, phone, email and additional behavioral health resources. Street Safe ProgramFree anonymous harm reduction services, Narcan, testing, delivery schedule and support resources.Frederick County Health Department FAQ
What is the Frederick County Health Department phone number?
The main Frederick County Health Department phone number is 301-600-1029. Use it for general routing, Administration and certificate questions.
Where is Frederick County Health Department located?
The main office is at 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702.
What are Frederick County Health Department hours?
Regular business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.. Birth and death certificate windows are listed as 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., closed 12 p.m.-1 p.m. for lunch.
What number do I call after hours for urgent public health help?
For urgent public-health help when the office is closed, call 301-600-0312. For medical emergencies, call 911.
How do I get a birth certificate in Frederick County, Maryland?
Use the local birth certificate route if the person was born in Maryland on or after January 1, 1939 and you meet requester rules. Bring valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID and verify the current fee and hours before visiting.
How do I schedule vaccines at Frederick County Health Department?
Call 301-600-1733 and leave patient information, or use the official appointment request form where available. The clinic says staff will call back within one business day.
What is the Frederick County WIC phone number?
The Frederick County WIC appointment phone number is 301-600-2507. For lost, stolen or damaged eWIC cards, call eWIC Customer Service at 1-844-309-6097.
Who handles food permits or food truck questions in Frederick County?
The Food Control Office handles food facility licenses, mobile units, food trucks, temporary food events, farmers markets, food facility opening/remodeling and food-related complaints. Call 301-600-2542.
Who handles well and septic questions?
Well and septic questions use 301-600-1726. Prepare the property address, parcel or tax map details if available and the permit or record need.
Is this the official Frederick County Health Department website?
No. This is an independent guide that points users to official Frederick County Health Department resources. Use official county pages for live hours, fees, forms, appointment rules and final decisions.