Health Department Lexington KY phone, clinic hours, WIC, records, vaccines and Environmental Health help
The local health department for Lexington, Kentucky is the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. It is not the same as a hospital emergency room, Medicaid office, Social Security office, court clerk, or private doctor’s office.
This guide helps users find the right official phone number, clinic schedule, WIC route, immunization help, birth/death record path, Environmental Health office, permit resources, STI/HIV testing, TB services and Kentucky state public health links.
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Call 859-252-2371 for general LFCHD contact. The official location is 650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508. For clinic and WIC questions, many official service pages route users to 859-288-2483.
Lexington KY health department quick answer
The main phone number for Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is 859-252-2371. The main location is 650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508.
Clinic hours are listed as Monday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday closed. Environmental Health is listed separately as Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on the 2nd floor.
For public health clinic, WIC, vaccines, STI/HIV, TB and appointment questions, call 859-288-2483. For Environmental Health permits, complaints or urgent environmental issues, call 859-231-9791. For birth/death record questions, official hours pages list 859-899-2226 and appointment number 859-288-2404.
Official verification before using this Lexington guide
Updated for publication on June 26, 2026.
This page was rebuilt using official Lexington-Fayette County Health Department pages for contact, clinic services, WIC, immunizations, STI/HIV, tuberculosis, harm reduction, Environmental Health, permit payments, forms, birth/death records and official Kentucky Department for Public Health resources.
Public health pages can change. Verify current hours, appointment rules, eligibility, fees, vaccine availability, WIC requirements, vital-record access, permit payment options and urgent reporting rules on the official LFCHD or Kentucky CHFS pages before visiting, paying, mailing forms or relying on a deadline.
What this Lexington KY health department guide covers
Health Department Lexington KY phone number directory by service
Do not use one phone number for every question. Use the most direct number based on your task.
| Service need | Official phone or route | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|
| General LFCHD contact | 859-252-2371 | Exact service needed, preferred language, callback number and whether the issue is urgent. |
| Clinic services, WIC, immunizations, STI or TB appointment | 859-288-2483 | ID, insurance/Medicaid if any, service type, appointment need, prior records and current symptoms if relevant. |
| Environmental Health | 859-231-9791 | Address, establishment name, permit type, complaint details, photos if appropriate and urgency. |
| Birth/death records or birth verification | 859-899-2226 Appointment line: 859-288-2404 | Record type, full name, date, county, ID, eligibility proof and payment question. |
| HIV testing information | 859-899-4230 | Testing need, privacy concerns, appointment question and exposure date if relevant. |
| Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics | 502-564-4212 | Kentucky birth, death, marriage, divorce or stillbirth certificate details. |
| Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services | 833-372-0004 | Cabinet service, Medicaid, SNAP, benefits or CHFS program question. |
| Hearing/speech relay support | 711 or TTY to voice 800-648-6056 | Program name and direct number you need to reach. |
Kentucky Department of Health vs Lexington-Fayette County Health Department
Many people search “Kentucky Department of Health Lexington KY,” but Kentucky’s state agency is the Kentucky Department for Public Health, part of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. The local Lexington office is Lexington-Fayette County Health Department.
| Need | Use Lexington-Fayette County Health Department when | Use Kentucky DPH / CHFS when |
|---|---|---|
| Clinic visit | You need local WIC, vaccines, STI/HIV, TB, harm reduction or local clinic services. | You need statewide policy, statewide program rules or Kentucky public health program pages. |
| Vital records | You need local Lexington/Fayette birth or death record help or birth verification. | You need Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics, certified statewide records, amendments, home birth or certificates by mail. |
| Environmental Health | You need Lexington food, pool, septic, rabies, radon, mosquitoes, pests, indoor air or local permit help. | You need statewide environmental management guidance or state program forms. |
| Benefits | The question is WIC nutrition support through the local clinic. | The question is Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP, child support, benefits or kynect. |
For broader state-versus-federal context, see our Department of Health and Human Services guide and what HHS does.
Lexington-Fayette Public Health Clinic hours and same-day appointment help
The Public Health Clinic is at 650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508. Official clinic hours are Monday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday closed.
LFCHD says the Public Health Clinic offers same-day appointments for uninsured individuals. For clinic questions, missed appointments or appointment help, call 859-288-2483.
WIC Lexington KY phone number, appointments and nutrition help
WIC services are listed through the Public Health Clinic at 650 Newtown Pike. For WIC appointment help, official LFCHD pages route users to 859-288-2483.
WIC can help eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children with nutrition support, healthy foods, breastfeeding support, education and referrals.
| WIC task | What to do | Prepare before the appointment |
|---|---|---|
| Apply or check eligibility | Call 859-288-2483 and ask for WIC appointment guidance. | Pregnancy/child details, ID, proof of address, income or benefit proof and phone number. |
| Same-day appointment question | Ask whether same-day or phone-based options are available. | Keep documents ready and answer calls from the clinic. |
| Breastfeeding or nutrition help | Ask WIC staff about nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals. | Baby age, feeding concern, formula questions and medical/provider notes if relevant. |
| Food benefits issue | Call WIC and explain the exact card, benefit, grocery or appointment issue. | Card details, store issue, shopping date and any notices. |
Lexington KY immunizations, school shots, flu shots and KYIR records
LFCHD lists immunization services for children and adults. Vaccine availability can vary, so call 859-288-2483 for appointment, eligibility and vaccine availability before going.
Children 18 and younger may qualify through Vaccines for Children if uninsured, on Kentucky Medicaid, underinsured or American Indian/Alaskan Native. LFCHD lists a $19 administration fee per shot, but says no one is turned away if unable to pay.
Bring these for school or child vaccines
- Child’s immunization record.
- School or child care form if provided.
- Parent/legal guardian information.
- Insurance or Medicaid card if any.
- Photo ID and appointment details.
- Any vaccine record from a previous state, pharmacy or provider.
STI/HIV testing, tuberculosis and harm reduction services
LFCHD clinical services include confidential STI testing/treatment, HIV and hepatitis C testing, TB testing by appointment and harm reduction services. These are public health services, not emergency medical care.
| Service | Official detail | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|
| STI/HIV services | Confidential testing and treatment. Same-day appointments may be available. Call 859-288-2483. | Exposure date, symptoms, privacy preference, partner notification concerns and prior results. |
| HIV / Hepatitis C testing through harm reduction | Free and confidential testing; additional HIV testing information line listed as 859-899-4230. | Testing need, safer contact method and whether you need referrals. |
| TB testing | TB testing is available by appointment for Fayette County residents. Fees may apply, and Medicaid, cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. | Reason for TB test, school/work form, exposure date, provider referral and payment/insurance question. |
| Harm reduction | Anonymous/confidential syringe exchange, safer sex supplies, free naloxone training/distribution, testing and referrals. | Service needed, hours, privacy needs and whether you need naloxone or testing. |
Lexington KY Environmental Health, permits, restaurant inspections, pools and septic help
Environmental Health is located on the 2nd floor at 650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and can be reached at 859-231-9791.
Use Environmental Health for food protection, restaurant and facility inspections, food handler and manager certification, public swimming pools, onsite sewage/septic, mosquito control, rabies control, radon awareness, emergency preparedness, permits, forms and related public health complaints.
| Environmental need | Best route | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant or food complaint | Contact form or Environmental Health office | Establishment name, address, date/time, food eaten, symptoms, photos and contact information. |
| Permit payment | Official permit payment page or in-person Environmental Health office | Permit type, establishment name, property address, invoice/permit number and payment method. |
| Food handler or manager certification | Official food certification page | Worker name, employer, certification type and deadline. |
| Septic / onsite sewage | Onsite Sewage Program | Property address, system type, contractor, permit history and work needed. |
| Pool issue | Public Swimming Pools program | Pool name, address, complaint details, inspection question and safety concern. |
| Rabies, animal bite or bat exposure | Rabies Control / urgent medical route if exposure risk is immediate | Animal type, location, bite/scratch details, owner info and medical care status. |
Birth certificate, death certificate and vital statistics in Lexington KY
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department provides local birth and death record help. Official hours pages list Health Department Birth and Death Records / Vital Statistics as Monday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. walk-in only, Tuesday-Thursday 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. by appointment only, and Friday-Sunday closed.
For more information on birth or death certificates or birth verification, call 859-899-2226. For appointments, call 859-288-2404. Home birth processing questions route to the Kentucky state office at 502-564-4212.
What to prepare for local or state vital records
- Full name at birth or name on death record.
- Date of birth or death.
- County or city where event occurred.
- Parent names or spouse details if required.
- Valid ID and proof of eligibility if required.
- Payment method accepted by the office.
- Appointment confirmation if required.
For a national overview, use our birth certificate through health department guide.
Free vs paid health department services in Lexington KY
Some information and general guidance are free to view online. Some services may involve fees, insurance billing, Medicaid billing, administration fees, permit payments, certificate fees, testing fees, notary fees or online payment processing.
What the Lexington KY health department may not handle
Many users search “health department Lexington KY” when they need another agency. This section helps stop wrong trips.
| If you need | Do not start with | Better route |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical care | Routine clinic phone or web contact form | Call 911 or go to emergency care. |
| Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP or benefits | LFCHD public health clinic | Use Kentucky CHFS, kynect or benefits program routes. |
| Social Security card, SSI or disability | Health department | Use Social Security Administration. |
| Driver license, car title or DMV issue | LFCHD | Use Kentucky transportation or driver licensing routes. |
| Marriage license or divorce decree | Public health clinic | Use county clerk/court for licenses and decrees; Kentucky OVS handles certain certificates from June 1958 onward. |
| Private hospital bill or medical record | Environmental Health or WIC | Contact the provider, hospital, insurer or medical records department. |
For broader local-office lookup, see our health department near me guide.
Lexington KY health department appointment checklist before you visit
Use this checklist before visiting 650 Newtown Pike or calling LFCHD.
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department map and vaccine video reference
This map points to the main Lexington-Fayette County Health Department location at 650 Newtown Pike. Confirm clinic, Environmental Health or vital-record hours before visiting.
Helpful vaccine video reference
This video is included as a helpful public-health reference for vaccine questions. Use LFCHD official pages for current vaccine availability, fees, appointments and eligibility.
Official Lexington and Kentucky health department links
Use these official links before visiting, paying, requesting records, scheduling WIC, filing environmental complaints or using state public health resources.
Lexington-Fayette County Health Department official websiteMain official site for local public health services, news, clinic information and program routing. LFCHD contact pageMain phone, address, clinic hours and contact form details. Clinical ServicesClinic hours, same-day appointments, immunizations, STI/HIV, TB, WIC, harm reduction and KYIR resources. Environmental HealthEnvironmental Health office, food handler certification, permits, pools, sewage, rabies, radon and inspection resources. LFCHD Birth and Death RecordsLocal birth/death record and birth verification information. Kentucky Department for Public HealthState public health agency for Kentucky under CHFS. Kentucky Office of Vital StatisticsStatewide certified birth, death, marriage, divorce and stillbirth record information. Kentucky Immunization Registry Public PortalPublic portal for eligible individuals, parents and legal guardians to access official KYIR immunization records. Kentucky CHFS contact pageCabinet-level contact route for Medicaid, benefits, social services and CHFS programs.Health Department Lexington KY FAQ
What is the main Health Department Lexington KY phone number?
The main phone number for Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is 859-252-2371. For clinic, WIC, immunization, STI or TB appointment help, official pages often route users to 859-288-2483.
Where is the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department located?
The official location is 650 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40508.
What are the Lexington public health clinic hours?
The Public Health Clinic is listed Monday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Friday closed.
What is the Lexington KY WIC phone number?
For WIC appointment help, LFCHD pages route users to 859-288-2483. Ask what documents to bring and whether same-day or phone-based options are available.
Does LFCHD provide immunizations?
Yes. LFCHD lists immunization services for children and adults. Vaccine availability can vary, so call 859-288-2483 before visiting.
How much is the LFCHD vaccine administration fee?
The clinical services page lists a $19 administration fee per shot for certain child and adult vaccine programs, but says no one will be turned away if unable to pay. Verify current cost before the appointment.
What is Lexington Environmental Health’s phone number?
Environmental Health can be reached at 859-231-9791. The office is listed on the 2nd floor at 650 Newtown Pike and open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Lexington KY?
LFCHD provides local birth/death record help. Official hours pages list 859-899-2226 for birth/death certificate or birth verification information and 859-288-2404 for appointments.
Is Kentucky Department for Public Health the same as the Lexington health department?
No. Kentucky Department for Public Health is the state public health agency under CHFS. Lexington-Fayette County Health Department is the local health department for Lexington/Fayette County services.
Should I call LFCHD for Medicaid or SNAP?
Usually no. Medicaid, SNAP, KTAP and many benefits questions route through Kentucky CHFS, kynect or the correct benefits program, not the local public health clinic phone.