Anderson County Health Department phone, hours, WIC, vaccines, dental clinic, records and inspection help
The Anderson County Health Department in Clinton, Tennessee helps residents with local public-health services, WIC, immunizations, vaccine records, family planning, pregnancy testing, STD/HIV/TB services, dental care, birth and death certificates, environmental health, restaurant inspections, animal-bite routing and local referrals.
Do not treat every service as a walk-in service. Some needs require a separate phone number, appointment, suite, eligibility check, identification, payment method, or official Tennessee program page.
Choose what you need from Anderson County Health Department
Select the service you need. This tool does not book appointments, but it gives a practical call plan so you do not arrive at the wrong office or forget documents.
Call 865-425-8800 for general Anderson County Health Department routing. Ask which address, suite, documents, appointment type, fee, and payment method apply to your service.
Anderson County Health Department quick answer
The main Anderson County Health Department phone number is 865-425-8800. The county page lists the office at 700 N Main Street, Clinton, TN 37716-3617 with general office hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Tennessee’s official local health department listing uses 710 N. Main Street, Suite A, Clinton, TN 37716 for Anderson County, with the same main phone and hours. WIC is listed at 865-425-8801. The Clinton dental clinic is listed at 710 N. Main Street, Suite C, phone 865-425-8803.
For immediate danger, severe injury, uncontrolled bleeding or medical emergency, call 911. For local health services, call the department before visiting.
Official verification before using this Anderson County guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This refreshed guide uses the official Anderson County Health Department page, Tennessee Department of Health local health department listing, Tennessee WIC page, Tennessee Vital Records page, Tennessee Environmental Health page, Tennessee immunization page, Anderson County Dental Clinics page, Animal Control page, Office on Aging page and Anderson County job-opening page.
Service schedules, fees, insurance rules, appointment availability, dental clinic capacity, WIC certification steps, vaccine availability, certificate processing, inspection rules, and holiday/weather closures can change. Verify live details with the official office before visiting, paying, mailing documents or relying on a deadline.
What this Anderson County Health Department guide covers
Anderson County Health Department phone number directory
Use the direct service name when calling. A clear sentence like “I need a WIC certification appointment” or “I need a Tennessee birth certificate” usually works better than asking only for “health department help.”
| Service | Phone or route | What to say | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|---|
| General health department help | 865-425-8800 | “I need help finding the correct Anderson County public health service.” | Name, callback number, exact service, deadline, insurance question and preferred appointment day. |
| WIC appointment or benefits | 865-425-8801 Fax: 865-457-4252 | “I need a WIC appointment, certification, breastfeeding help or benefit assistance.” | ID, address proof, income/program proof, pregnancy or child information and current WIC card if applicable. |
| Dental clinic in Clinton | 865-425-8803 | “I need a dental appointment for an exam, cleaning, filling, X-ray or extraction question.” | Residence proof, TennCare/CoverKids details, insurance status, payment method and dental concern. |
| Extraction clinic in Oak Ridge | 865-264-6356 | “I need to know if I qualify for the Anderson County extraction clinic.” | Anderson County residency proof, no-dental-insurance status, age, payment method and appointment availability. |
| Immunizations or vaccine records | 865-425-8800 | “I need an immunization appointment or help with a Tennessee vaccine record.” | Vaccine history, school/work form, ID, insurance card, child information and deadline. |
| STD, HIV, hepatitis C or TB help | 865-425-8800 | “I need confidential testing, treatment, partner services or a TB requirement.” | Exposure date, symptoms, medications, previous test results, work/school form and privacy needs. |
| Birth or death certificate | 865-425-8800 | “I need a certified Tennessee birth or death certificate.” | Government ID, full record name, event date, relationship/entitlement proof and current fee. |
| Restaurant, pool or environmental inspection | Start locally at 865-425-8800 State Environmental Health: 615-741-7206 | “I need a permit, inspection, complaint route or plan-review help in Anderson County.” | Business/facility name, address, permit type, event date, complaint facts, photos and deadline. |
| Animal bite or rabies concern | 865-264-6315 | “I need to report an animal bite, stray animal or possible rabies concern.” | Location, animal description, owner info, bite time, vaccine status and medical-treatment status. |
| Senior help and local referrals | 865-457-3259 | “I am 60 or older and need information, assistance, outreach or a referral.” | Need, address, mobility concern, callback number and preferred contact time. |
Anderson County Health Department address, hours and map
The Anderson County government page lists the Health Department at 700 N Main Street, Clinton, TN 37716-3617. Tennessee’s local health department listing uses 710 N. Main Street, Suite A, Clinton, TN 37716. These locations are close, but the correct suite depends on the service.
General office hours are listed as Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.. Call before driving because holidays, staff training, weather, clinic schedules and appointment-only services can change availability.
Fees, TennCare, insurance and sliding-scale payments
The official county page says fees are based on income and family size, and that no one will be denied services because of inability to pay. It also says all TennCare plans are accepted for most services and a sliding-fee schedule is available.
That does not mean every service is free, and it does not mean every insurance plan is accepted for every service. Ask the office for the current charge, payment method, TennCare/CoverKids rule, sliding-fee documents and payment-plan option before your appointment.
Complete Tennessee county health service guide for Anderson County residents
Tennessee county health departments can support a wide range of public-health services. Local staffing, provider availability and clinic schedules may vary, so Anderson County residents should confirm the exact service before visiting.
For a general local office-finding guide, see our health department near me guide.
Anderson County WIC appointments, benefits and documents
Tennessee WIC supports income-eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding people, infants and children until age five. It provides supplemental food assistance, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health-related and community services.
For Anderson County WIC, call 865-425-8801. The WIC clinic is listed at 710 N Main Street, Suite A, Clinton, TN 37716. Tennessee also says participants should call 1-800-DIAL-WIC (1-800-342-5942) for concerns or Verification of Certification help.
Prepare for a WIC certification appointment
- Identity proof for the applicant, infant or child.
- Proof of Anderson County or Tennessee residence.
- Income proof or proof of SNAP, TANF/Families First or TennCare when applicable.
- Pregnancy documentation when applicable.
- Infant or child records requested by the clinic.
- Current WIC card, benefit issue or Verification of Certification question if you already participate.
Step-by-step WIC call plan
- Call 865-425-8801 and explain who is applying.
- Ask whether the appointment is in person, by phone or partly remote.
- Confirm which documents count for identity, residence and income.
- Ask about breastfeeding support, approved foods, card problems and missed benefits.
- Save your certification date and next appointment date to avoid benefit interruption.
Anderson County immunizations, school shots and vaccine records
Tennessee’s immunization program supports vaccination, vaccine-preventable disease prevention and Tennessee’s immunization information system, TennIIS. Anderson County residents should call 865-425-8800 to confirm local vaccine availability, appointment rules and record-help options.
For an immunization record, Tennessee says you may be able to request your record through a healthcare provider, local health department or TennIIS depending on the situation.
| Need | Bring | Ask before visiting |
|---|---|---|
| School or daycare immunizations | Prior vaccine record, school form, parent/guardian ID and insurance information. | Which vaccines are due and whether the office can issue the required Tennessee school certificate. |
| Adult vaccine | Old vaccine cards, pharmacy/provider records, medication list and work requirement. | Availability, cost, insurance coverage and recommended dose schedule. |
| Lost vaccine record | Name used at vaccination, date of birth, previous provider, pharmacy and school information. | Whether the record can be located through TennIIS, a provider, pharmacy, school or local health department. |
| Urgent school or job deadline | Deadline notice and exact employer, school or clinical-placement requirement. | Whether the series can be completed by the deadline and what temporary documentation is available. |
STD, HIV, hepatitis C and tuberculosis services
Tennessee county health departments provide confidential sexually transmitted infection education, testing, treatment and partner notification, including HIV-related services. Tennessee local services also include hepatitis C testing and tuberculosis control.
Call Anderson County at 865-425-8800 before visiting. Ask about the local schedule, appointment rules, cost, confidentiality, result timing and treatment availability.
| Service | What to ask | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| STD and HIV screening | Confidentiality, testing method, cost, treatment availability and result timing. | Exposure date, symptoms, partner concerns, pregnancy status, medications and previous results. |
| Hepatitis C testing | Whether testing is available that day and how positive results are linked to treatment. | Previous test results, risk history, medication list and insurance information. |
| TB test for work or school | Skin test vs blood test, return-reading requirement, appointment days and cost. | Work, school or clinical form, deadline, previous TB result and exposure history. |
| TB exposure or treatment | Immediate evaluation, medication, follow-up schedule and contact-investigation steps. | Symptoms, exposure details, previous imaging/testing and contact information. |
Family planning, pregnancy testing and women’s health
Tennessee county health departments list family planning, pregnancy testing, breast and cervical cancer screening, breastfeeding support, nutrition counseling and maternal-child navigation among basic services.
Family-planning services may include examinations, appropriate laboratory testing, reproductive-health education, birth-control counseling, supplies, emergency contraception and referral options. Anderson County residents should call first to confirm local availability and scheduling.
Anderson County Dental Clinic: appointments, eligibility, services and fees
The Anderson County Dental Clinic in Clinton is listed at 710 North Main Street, Suite C, Clinton, TN 37716, phone 865-425-8803. The county page says patients are seen by appointment and pay according to sliding or reduced fees.
The county also describes an extraction clinic at 728 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830, phone 865-264-6356. That clinic serves qualifying low-income Anderson County residents who do not have dental insurance.
Dental appointment checklist
- Call before visiting; appointments are required.
- Bring Anderson County residency proof if requested.
- Bring TennCare, CoverKids or insurance information.
- Bring photo ID and payment method.
- Explain pain, swelling, broken tooth, infection symptoms, medication and medical conditions.
- Ask whether you need X-rays, cleaning, filling, extraction or referral.
Tennessee birth and death certificates in Anderson County
Tennessee says all county health departments can issue any birth or death certificate registered statewide. You do not need to travel to the county where the birth or death occurred.
Identification is required when submitting the application. If you are not a qualified applicant such as a parent, child or spouse, you may need supporting documents showing your right to the certificate.
Step-by-step certificate plan
- Choose the record: birth, death, marriage, divorce or court file.
- Confirm the event was registered in Tennessee.
- Prepare government identification.
- Prepare relationship or entitlement proof when needed.
- Confirm the current fee and accepted payment method.
- Ask whether the local office can issue it the same day or if another route is better.
For a broader records overview, see our birth certificate through health department guide.
Restaurant inspections, food complaints, pools and environmental health
Tennessee Environmental Health permits, inspects and enforces health rules for food service establishments, hotels, public swimming pools, tattoo establishments, body-piercing establishments, bed-and-breakfasts and organized campgrounds.
For Anderson County, start with the local health department at 865-425-8800 for local routing. Tennessee Environmental Health lists 615-741-7206 and Geh.health@tn.gov for statewide program contact.
| Need | Official route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or food-service complaint | Local health department or Tennessee foodborne illness/complaint route. | Restaurant name, address, meal date/time, food eaten, symptoms, onset time and others affected. |
| Food-service permit or opening | Tennessee Environmental Health and local county staff. | Business name, address, plans, equipment, water/sewer details, menu, event date and opening timeline. |
| Public pool or major alteration | Environmental Health plan review and inspection route. | Facility address, plans, contractor info, construction timeline and permit questions. |
| Hotel, B&B, campground, tattoo or body piercing | Environmental Health program rules and county routing. | Facility type, owner details, license/permit status, inspection need and complaint facts. |
Animal bites, rabies concerns, senior help and county jobs
Some Anderson County searches begin at the health department but need a related county office. Use the correct route for animal bites, senior services and county employment.
What to do after an animal bite
- Call 911 for severe bleeding, major injury or immediate danger.
- Wash the wound with soap and running water while seeking medical advice.
- Record animal type, color, location, owner, vaccine information and direction of travel.
- Contact Animal Care & Control at 865-264-6315.
- Follow healthcare and public-health guidance. Rabies decisions depend on exposure type, animal species and whether the animal can be observed.
What to do if your Anderson County health service is not found
When the Health Department is not the correct office
The health department is important, but it is not the correct route for every local need. Use the right office to avoid delay.
Nearby Tennessee county guides that may help users compare local services: Knox County Health Department, Blount County Health Department and Rutherford County Health Department.
Official Anderson County and Tennessee health resources
Use these official pages for final decisions, appointments, fees, documents, complaint routing, inspection lookup and live service availability.
Anderson County Health Department official pageLocal county listing for phone, address, hours, director contact, confidentiality and payment policy. Tennessee Local Health DepartmentsOfficial TDH listing for Anderson County, county health services and statewide local department directory. Tennessee WIC ProgramEligibility basics, WIC clinic search, income guidelines, breastfeeding support and participant resources. Tennessee Immunization ProgramTennIIS, immunization records, vaccine information, school resources and provider/public guidance. Anderson County Dental ClinicsClinton dental clinic, extraction clinic, eligibility, fees and appointment information. Tennessee Office of Vital RecordsBirth and death certificates, ID requirements, entitlement rules and statewide certificate guidance. Tennessee Environmental HealthFood service, hotels, pools, tattoo, body piercing, bed-and-breakfast, campground and inspection resources. Tennessee inspection reportsPublic inspection-report lookup for regulated facilities where available. Anderson County Animal ControlAnimal bites, rabies observation, stray animals, dangerous animals and animal welfare complaints. Anderson County Office on AgingInformation, referrals, outreach and support for residents age 60 and older.Anderson County Health Department FAQ
What is the Anderson County Health Department phone number?
The main Anderson County Health Department phone number in Clinton, Tennessee is 865-425-8800. WIC is listed at 865-425-8801, and the Clinton dental clinic is listed at 865-425-8803.
Where is the Anderson County Health Department located?
The county page lists 700 N Main Street, Clinton, TN 37716-3617. Tennessee’s local health department listing uses 710 N. Main Street, Suite A, Clinton, TN 37716. The dental clinic is listed at 710 N. Main Street, Suite C. Confirm your service location before visiting.
What are the Anderson County Health Department hours?
General office hours are listed as Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.. Holiday, weather, training, lunch, provider and appointment schedules may differ, so call before visiting.
Will I be denied service if I cannot pay?
The official county page says fees are based on income and family size and that no one will be denied services because of inability to pay. It also says TennCare plans are accepted for most services and a sliding-fee schedule is available.
What is the Anderson County WIC phone number?
The Anderson County WIC phone number is 865-425-8801. The clinic is listed at 710 N Main Street, Suite A, Clinton, TN 37716. Call before visiting to confirm documents and appointment type.
Does Anderson County Health Department provide immunizations?
Immunizations are included among Tennessee county health department services. Call 865-425-8800 to confirm vaccine availability, appointment rules, fees, insurance and records needed.
Can Anderson County Health Department issue a Tennessee birth certificate?
Yes. Tennessee says all county health departments can issue any birth or death certificate registered statewide. Bring required identification, fee and relationship or entitlement proof when needed.
What does the Anderson County Dental Clinic offer?
The Clinton dental clinic lists dental examinations, X-rays, cleanings, fillings and extractions. It accepts TennCare and CoverKids, does not accept private insurance, offers sliding or reduced fees and requires appointments.
Who handles Anderson County restaurant inspections and food complaints?
Start with the Anderson County Health Department for local routing. Tennessee Environmental Health handles food service, hotels, public pools, tattoo, body piercing, bed-and-breakfasts and organized campgrounds. The state Environmental Health phone is 615-741-7206.
Who should I call after an animal bite in Anderson County?
Call Anderson County Animal Care & Control at 865-264-6315 and seek medical advice. Call 911 for severe injury, uncontrolled bleeding or immediate danger.