Taney County public health services, phones and Branson–Forsyth office routes
Taney County Health Department serves Branson, Forsyth, Hollister and the surrounding Ozarks through clinical care, WIC, Vital Records and Environmental Health. The Branson office is at 320 Rinehart Road and can be reached at 417-334-4544.
Taney County is also in the middle of a Forsyth facility transition in 2026. Current Health Department guidance places the temporary Forsyth office at 155 Main Street, so residents should not drive to an older Highway 160 listing without checking the latest TCHD update.
What does Taney County Health Department do?
Taney County Health Department provides clinical and preventive healthcare, WIC nutrition services, Missouri vital records and environmental-health regulation. Its clinical division offers immunizations, women’s health, communicable-disease testing and treatment, maternal/child services and preventive screenings.
Routine childhood, adult and travel immunizations; STI, HIV, hepatitis and TB testing; women’s health; pregnancy testing; lead testing and preventive screenings.
Nutrition counseling, supplemental food through eWIC, breastfeeding support, health screening and referrals for eligible pregnant/postpartum participants, infants and children under five.
Permits and inspections for food, lodging, massage, body art, pools/spas and childcare facilities, plus restaurant inspection reports and certified well-water testing.
Branson and Forsyth Health Department offices
Taney County operates two offices. During the current Forsyth transition, official TCHD information is more reliable than older directory addresses.
| Office | Address | Phone | 2026 note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branson | 320 Rinehart Road, Branson, MO 65616 | 417-334-4544 | Main western Taney County office; clinical, WIC, Vital Records and Environmental Health services are available here. |
| Forsyth | 155 Main Street, Forsyth, MO 65653 | 417-546-4725 | Temporary 2026 location. Current posted schedule is Monday-Wednesday 9 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4 p.m.; closed Thursday-Friday until further notice. |
| Future Forsyth facility | 15695 US Highway 160, Forsyth, MO 65653 | 417-546-4725 | Announced as the replacement location. Do not assume it is open until TCHD publishes the operational move date. |
Which Taney County Health Department service should you use?
| Need | Best route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Vaccines | Branson or Forsyth clinical services by appointment | Insurance card, photo ID and current immunization records. |
| WIC | 417-334-4544 ext. 592 | Identity, residency, household-income documentation and child immunization record. |
| STI / HIV / hepatitis | Clinical testing and treatment | Call for appointment and testing instructions. |
| TB test | Clinical services | Know whether you need a skin test, two-step test or QuantiFERON blood test. |
| Women’s annual exam | Forsyth Women’s Health Clinic · 417-546-4725 ext. 301 | Appointment required; ask about insurance or Show Me Healthy Women eligibility. |
| Birth/death certificate | Vital Records at either office | Photo ID or qualifying alternate identification. |
| Food or lodging permit | Environmental Health | Application, fees and pre-opening inspection requirements. |
| Private-well bacteria test | Branson water laboratory | TCHD sample kit and collection instructions; submit within 24 hours. |
Taney County WIC application and first appointment
Taney County WIC serves eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age five. Fathers, grandparents, foster parents and other guardians can also apply for eligible children living in their household.
WIC staff complete a short prescreening, discuss eligibility and schedule the certification appointment.
Examples include a driver’s license, state or military ID, passport, birth certificate, Medicaid card, Social Security card or other accepted identity documents.
Examples include a recent utility/personal bill, rent or mortgage receipt, current pay stub or a letter from an accepted third party such as an employer or social-service organization.
TCHD lists current pay stubs, W-2/tax records, employer statements and documents for other income sources among accepted examples.
The Health Department includes the child’s shot record in its first-appointment checklist.
WIC provides individual nutrition education and counseling based on the participant’s needs.
Eligible participants receive supplemental foods through Missouri’s eWIC card system.
Taney County WIC provides breastfeeding education and support and identifies itself as a Breastfeeding Friendly WIC Clinic.
Childhood, adult and travel vaccines
TCHD provides immunizations for all ages, including routine childhood vaccines, adult vaccines and international-travel immunizations. Services are by appointment at its clinics.
Children through age 18 may receive federally supplied vaccines at no charge if they are uninsured, Medicaid-eligible, American Indian/Alaska Native or underinsured for vaccines.
Infants, children and adolescents must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when receiving vaccines.
TCHD accepts most health insurance plans as well as Medicaid and Medicare, but benefits vary. Patients can be responsible for services their plan does not cover.
STI, HIV, hepatitis and tuberculosis services
Taney County Health Department provides confidential communicable-disease testing, counseling and treatment services at both locations by appointment. Many services are available at low or no cost.
TCHD tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis and trichomoniasis and provides treatment where appropriate.
TCHD states that STI testing is available from age 14 and that parental permission is not required for STI testing for teenagers ages 13-18.
The department asks patients not to urinate for one hour before STI testing.
Tuberculosis tests
TCHD offers one-step and two-step TB skin tests plus QuantiFERON Gold blood testing. Skin tests require return visits for the reaction to be checked.
TB skin testing is not offered on Thursdays or holidays because of the required reading schedule.
Hepatitis C
Confidential hepatitis C blood testing is offered at both Taney County locations by appointment. TCHD encourages adults to discuss one-time testing based on current recommendations and personal risk factors.
Women’s clinic, pregnancy testing and birth control
Taney County’s Women’s Health Clinic provides preventive annual examinations and reproductive-health services. Women’s Health clinics are currently held twice monthly at the Forsyth location and require an appointment.
Visits can include a clinical breast exam, pelvic exam, scheduled Pap/HPV testing and additional breast or cervical screening based on age and health history.
For eligible uninsured Missouri residents, the program can cover an annual exam and, when needed, a mammogram. Patients who do not qualify can ask about low-cost options.
Eligible participants can receive cardiovascular-risk screening such as blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, height, weight and BMI plus preventive education.
TCHD offers low-cost options including pills, Depo injections, patches and longer-term methods. Nurses can review available options privately.
Urine pregnancy testing and counseling are offered at both locations by appointment. TCHD accepts private insurance, Medicaid and sliding-scale payments for this service.
For the twice-monthly Women’s Health Clinic in Forsyth, call 417-546-4725 extension 301.
Low-cost labs, blood pressure and lead testing
Both TCHD locations offer lab services with a physician’s order. Prices depend on the tests ordered. Lab services are self-pay and TCHD does not bill insurance for these lab tests.
Blood-pressure checks are available at both offices and are currently offered free of charge.
Lead testing is available by appointment for children ages 1-6. Insurance or Medicaid may be billed; lower-cost testing is available for uninsured children.
Birth and death certificates at Taney County Health Department
Taney County Health Department acts as local registrar for births and deaths occurring in Taney County and offers same-day certificate printing when an eligible record is available.
Birth certificates
Both TCHD offices can issue certified copies for people born anywhere in Missouri after 1920, subject to Missouri access and identification rules.
Death certificates
Both offices can issue Missouri death certificates for deaths after 1980. Earlier death records must be requested through the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records.
A valid photo ID is the simplest route for proving identity.
TCHD publishes acceptable alternate combinations including government/social-service correspondence, insurance documentation, vehicle records, utility bills and other qualifying documents.
Birth records before 1920 and death records before 1980 are routed to the Missouri Bureau of Vital Records.
Taney County cannot issue another state’s birth or death certificate.
Food, lodging, massage, body art, pools and childcare inspections
Taney County Environmental Health is especially important in a visitor-heavy area like Branson. TCHD permits and routinely inspects regulated businesses to help protect residents and millions of visitors using local restaurants, lodging facilities, pools and other establishments.
Restaurants and other food operations are inspected for health and sanitation compliance. TCHD publishes restaurant inspection scores online.
Covered hotels and lodging facilities require appropriate Health Department permitting and routine inspections.
Public and semi-public swimming pools and spas are regulated through Environmental Health.
Massage, tattoo and other covered body-art establishments must complete the applicable permit process.
Environmental Health inspects state-licensed childcare facilities within Taney County as part of its sanitation responsibilities.
TCHD accepts health and sanitation concerns through its official reporting/contact routes rather than through third-party review sites.
Taney County well-water testing
Taney County Health Department operates a drinking-water laboratory certified by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to test private-well samples for the presence or absence of coliform bacteria and E. coli.
| Water-testing detail | Current TCHD guidance |
|---|---|
| Sample kit | Pick up an official sample kit at a TCHD office and follow the collection instructions carefully. |
| Submission deadline | The sample must reach TCHD within 24 hours of collection. |
| Taney County private well | $15 current laboratory fee. |
| Well outside Taney County | $35 current laboratory fee. |
| Branson acceptance schedule | Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; not accepted on the second Thursday or on Fridays. |
| Forsyth | Water samples are not currently accepted at the temporary Forsyth office until further notice. |
| Results | TCHD says results are normally emailed within 1-2 business days. |
Taney County health permits and opening deadlines
Businesses should contact Environmental Health before opening rather than treating the health permit as a final-day formality.
TCHD has separate applications for food establishments, mobile food vendors, lodging, massage/body art, recreational water facilities and temporary events.
The permit process requires the required fee before approval.
A covered business must pass its required inspection before opening.
TCHD says health-permit applications should be submitted at least 10 business days before opening.
Taney County Health Department visit checklist
Official Taney County Health Department resources
Taney County Health Department FAQs
What is the Taney County Health Department phone number?
The Branson office phone is 417-334-4544. The Forsyth office phone is 417-546-4725.
Where is Taney County Health Department located?
The Branson office is at 320 Rinehart Road, Branson, MO 65616. In 2026, the current temporary Forsyth office is at 155 Main Street, Forsyth, MO 65653.
What are the current Forsyth Health Department hours?
TCHD’s June 2026 update lists the temporary Forsyth office as open Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., with Thursday and Friday closed until further notice. Check for newer updates before visiting.
Is Taney County Health Department moving in Forsyth?
Yes. TCHD announced a new facility at 15695 US Highway 160 in Forsyth. Until the Health Department confirms that the new building is operational, use the current office information published on taneyhealth.gov.
Does Taney County Health Department offer WIC?
Yes. Call 417-334-4544 extension 592 for WIC prescreening and appointment scheduling. WIC serves eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum participants, infants and children up to age five.
Can children and adults get vaccines at Taney County Health Department?
Yes. TCHD provides childhood, adult and international-travel immunizations by appointment. Bring photo ID, insurance information and existing vaccine records.
Does Taney County Health Department provide STI and TB testing?
Yes. TCHD provides confidential STI, HIV, hepatitis C and tuberculosis testing at both locations by appointment. TB skin tests are not given on Thursdays or holidays because follow-up readings are required.
Can I get a Missouri birth certificate at Taney County Health Department?
Yes. Both offices can issue qualifying certified Missouri birth certificates for births after 1920. Missouri death certificates after 1980 are also available. Identification requirements apply.
Does Taney County Health Department inspect restaurants?
Yes. Environmental Health permits and inspects food establishments and publishes inspection information. It also regulates lodging, massage, body art, pools/spas and state-licensed childcare facilities.
How much does Taney County well-water testing cost?
TCHD currently lists bacteria testing at $15 for a private well located in Taney County and $35 for a private well outside Taney County. Samples must follow the department’s collection and submission rules.