Lawrence County Health Department 2026: Phone, Offices, WIC, Records & Services

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🏥 Multi-state Lawrence County public health guide · 2026

Lawrence County Health Department phone numbers, offices, WIC, records, vaccines and official state links

The search term Lawrence County Health Department can point to several different official offices in the United States. There are Lawrence County health offices or local health units in Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and Arkansas.

This guide helps you match the right state and city before you call, request a birth certificate, schedule WIC, ask for immunizations, file an environmental complaint, or drive to a county office.

📍 Louisa KY 📍 Ironton OH 📍 Lawrenceville IL 📍 Bedford IN 📍 Mt. Vernon MO 📍 Lawrenceburg TN 📍 Moulton AL 📍 Monticello MS 📍 Walnut Ridge AR
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🔎 Official help finder

Choose your Lawrence County Health Department location or service

Select the office or service you need. This tool does not book appointments, but it helps you avoid the most common problem: using the wrong Lawrence County office in the wrong state.

✅ Choose the correct state first

Lawrence County Health Department is not one office. Match your city and state before calling. If you only know “Lawrence County,” check the address, city, and official state or county website first.

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✅ Quick answer

Lawrence County Health Department phone number and services: start here

The correct Lawrence County Health Department phone number depends on the state. The same county name appears in multiple official public-health systems, and each office has separate phone numbers, hours, WIC rules, vital-record rules, environmental-health contacts, and appointment requirements.

Use the city clue first. Louisa usually means Kentucky. Ironton means Ohio. Lawrenceville means Illinois. Bedford means Indiana. Mt. Vernon or Aurora usually means Missouri. Lawrenceburg means Tennessee. Moulton means Alabama. Monticello means Mississippi. Walnut Ridge means Arkansas.

For birth or death certificates, rules are state-specific. For WIC, clinic days and documents vary. For septic, wells, food permits, pools or complaints, the property or facility location usually decides the correct office.

Best first stepConfirm the state and city before calling any Lawrence County office.
Most common servicesImmunizations, WIC, vital records, environmental health, disease prevention, clinic services and local referrals.
Emergency ruleCall 911 for urgent medical danger, severe symptoms, violence, poisoning or immediate safety threats.
🔎 Source verification

Official verification note for Lawrence County Health Department information

Updated for publication on June 27, 2026.

This page uses official local health department, county government, state health agency, and health-unit pages where available. Because several counties share the same Lawrence County name, this guide separates the offices by state and city.

Always verify current phone numbers, hours, clinic schedules, appointment rules, WIC days, vaccine supply, fees, forms, inspection rules, and certificate requirements on the official page before visiting, paying, mailing documents or relying on a deadline.

🧭 Contents

What this Lawrence County Health Department guide covers

1. Official office list 2. Phone number directory 3. Which state do you need? 4. Services by user need 5. Birth and death certificates 6. WIC and nutrition help 7. Immunizations and shot records 8. Environmental health 9. Appointments and walk-ins 10. Office visit checklist 11. What may not be handled 12. Map search 13. Official links 14. FAQ
📍 Official offices

Official Lawrence County Health Department offices by state

Use this section carefully. The name is similar, but these are separate public-health offices in different states.

State and cityOfficial office detailsMain phoneBest use
Kentucky — LouisaLawrence County Health Department, 1080 Meadowbrook Lane, Louisa, KY 41230.(606) 638-4389Kentucky county health services, clinic, dental, environmental, HANDS, emergency preparedness and local public-health questions.
Ohio — IrontonLawrence County Health Department, 2122 South 8th Street, Ironton, OH 45638.740-532-3962Ohio immunizations, vital statistics, environmental health, nursing, public records and 24/7 infectious disease or public health emergency reporting.
Illinois — LawrencevilleLawrence County Health Department, P.O. Box 516, 11362 Country Club Rd., Lawrenceville, IL 62439.(618) 943-3302Illinois county public health, food inspections, outbreak prevention, immunizations, high-risk mothers and children, clinics and health education.
Indiana — BedfordLawrence County Health Department, 2419 Mitchell Road, Bedford, IN 47421.812-275-3234Indiana birth and death records from 1882, immunizations, environmental health, public health nursing and mail/form questions.
Missouri — Mt. VernonLawrence County Health Department, 1549 Missouri Drive, Mt. Vernon, MO 65712. Aurora WIC-only site: 203 C S. Washington Ave., Aurora, MO 65605.(417) 466-2201Missouri vital records, immunizations, lab services, WIC, health and community services, environmental health and food inspections.
Tennessee — LawrenceburgLawrence County Health Department, 2379 Buffalo Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464.(931) 762-9406Tennessee WIC, vital records, child health, family planning, immunizations, CHANT, rabies, STDs, primary care and dental services.
Alabama — MoultonLawrence County Health Department, 13299 Alabama Highway 157, Moulton, AL 35650.(256) 560-6409Alabama local public health services, home health, environmental health and ADPH county-office routing.
Mississippi — MonticelloLawrence County Health Department, 1230 Nola Road, Monticello, MS 39654.601-587-2561Mississippi county clinic services, appointments through 855-767-0170, limited walk-ins and local public-health help.
Arkansas — Walnut RidgeLawrence County Local Health Unit, 1050 West Free Street, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476.(870) 886-3201Arkansas local health unit services, appointments, public health programs and state health unit routing.
☎️ Phone directory

Lawrence County Health Department phone numbers by state and city

Use this quick directory only after matching your state and city. If you are not sure, use the official links section before calling.

Louisa, Kentucky(606) 638-4389
Ironton, Ohio740-532-3962
Lawrenceville, Illinois(618) 943-3302
Bedford, Indiana812-275-3234
Mt. Vernon, Missouri(417) 466-2201
Aurora, Missouri WIC only(417) 678-3256
Lawrenceburg, Tennessee(931) 762-9406
Tennessee septic questions(931) 380-3371
Moulton, AlabamaMain Office: (256) 560-6409
Alabama home health(256) 560-6410
Alabama environmental(256) 974-8849
Monticello, MississippiPhone: 601-587-2561
Appointments: 855-767-0170
Walnut Ridge, Arkansas(870) 886-3201
Phone call tip: Before calling, write down the state, county, city, service needed, appointment reason, insurance status if relevant, vaccine record need, WIC question, birth/death record details, property address or permit number.
🧭 State selector

Which Lawrence County Health Department do you need?

If Google or Bing sent you here, you may not know which office is correct. Use the city clue below.

LouisaYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Kentucky.
IrontonYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Ohio.
LawrencevilleYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Illinois.
BedfordYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Indiana.
Mt. Vernon or AuroraYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Missouri.
LawrenceburgYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Tennessee.
MoultonYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Alabama.
MonticelloYou likely need Lawrence County Health Department in Mississippi.
Walnut RidgeYou likely need Arkansas Department of Health Lawrence County Local Health Unit.
🧰 Services

Lawrence County Health Department services by user need

Services vary by state and office, but Lawrence County public-health offices commonly help with immunizations, WIC, vital records, environmental health, disease prevention, public-health education, screenings, clinics and emergency preparedness.

Immunizations and vaccinesChildhood vaccines, school shots, adult vaccines, flu shots, vaccine records and state immunization registry help may be available depending on the office.
WIC and nutritionWIC may include nutrition education, breastfeeding support, food benefits, eligibility screening and local appointment help.
Birth and death certificatesRules, years available, restrictions, fees and accepted ID vary by state. Some offices issue records locally; others route to the state office.
Environmental healthSeptic, wells, food safety, pools, lodging, nuisance complaints, animal bites, inspections and permits may be local or regional.
Communicable diseaseLocal offices may investigate outbreaks, exposures, TB, STDs, rabies, foodborne illness and other public-health concerns.
Clinic and referral servicesSome offices offer screenings, family planning, nursing services, primary care for specific groups, dental programs or referrals.
🧾 Vital records

Birth certificate, death certificate and vital records help in Lawrence County

Vital records are state-specific. Do not assume a Lawrence County office in one state can issue a certificate from another state.

For example, Indiana’s Lawrence County office states it is responsible for county birth and death records beginning with 1882, while Tennessee says certified birth and death certificates can be issued regardless of where in Tennessee the event occurred. Mississippi county health department appointments use the statewide 855-767-0170 appointment line.

Before requesting a birth or death certificate

  • Confirm the state where the birth, death, marriage or divorce happened.
  • Ask whether the Lawrence County office can issue the record locally.
  • Ask which years are available through that office.
  • Confirm ID requirements, relationship restrictions and fees.
  • Ask whether same-day service, mail, online ordering or appointments are available.
  • For marriage or divorce records, confirm whether you need the health department, county clerk, probate office, circuit clerk or court.

For a broader records process, use our birth certificate through health department guide.

🥗 WIC

Lawrence County WIC office help, nutrition benefits and breastfeeding support

Many Lawrence County health departments provide or route WIC services. WIC can support eligible pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy foods and referrals.

Clinic rules vary. Missouri lists a separate Aurora WIC-only location. Tennessee lists WIC among local services. Alabama, Mississippi and Arkansas route WIC through state or county public-health systems.

Before calling WIC

  • Know the state, county and city.
  • Have pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding, infant or child information ready.
  • Prepare proof of identity, address and income or qualifying program participation if requested.
  • Ask whether the appointment is in person, by phone or at a limited-day clinic.
  • Ask about benefit card steps, breastfeeding support and transfer paperwork if moving from another state.
Missouri note: The Missouri Lawrence County Health Department page lists Mt. Vernon hours and an Aurora WIC-only office with its own phone number and schedule. Call before driving.
💉 Immunizations

Lawrence County immunizations, school shots and vaccine records

If you need school immunization records, childhood vaccines, adult vaccines, vaccine records or a state certificate, contact the correct Lawrence County office before visiting.

Vaccine supply, clinic days, fees, insurance rules, walk-in availability and appointment requirements differ by state and office.

Bring recordsOld vaccine cards, school forms, pharmacy records, provider printouts and out-of-state records can help staff update your file.
Ask about eligibilityChildren, adults, uninsured users, insured users and special vaccine programs may follow different rules.
Do not assume walk-insSome offices accept walk-ins on limited days. Others require appointments or stop issuing records after a certain time.

If you are in Indiana, our Indiana Department of Health guide may help with state-level immunization and local health department routing.

🌿 Environmental health

Environmental health, septic, wells, food safety, pools and inspections

Environmental health is one of the most local health department functions. Depending on the state, the Lawrence County office may handle or route septic systems, private wells, food permits, restaurant inspections, pools, lodging, body art, nuisance complaints, animal bites, rabies prevention and water concerns.

Do not assume one office handles every permit. Some states route septic or environmental services through a regional office, state environmental agency, county environmentalist or separate inspection program.

What to prepare before calling environmental health

  • Property or facility address.
  • County, city and state.
  • Owner name or business name if relevant.
  • Permit number, parcel information or inspection history if known.
  • Clear description of the issue.
  • Photos or documents if allowed and useful.
  • Whether anyone is ill, injured or in immediate danger.
Tennessee septic note: Lawrence County, Tennessee lists a separate septic phone number and a TDEC septic records search link. Use the official Tennessee page before relying on old records.
📅 Appointments

Appointments, walk-ins, hours and best time to call

Appointment rules vary by office. Some services are walk-in, some require appointments, and some have limited daily capacity.

Indiana notes that no documents are issued after 3:30 p.m., the clinic is closed from noon to 1 p.m., and most services can be done by mail. Mississippi says some services may require an appointment and walk-ins are accepted on a limited basis. Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee and other offices list their own hours.

Best first question“Is this service available today, and do I need an appointment?”
Ask about cutoff timesVital records, immunizations and document issuance may stop before the office closes.
Ask about lunch closuresSome offices close for lunch or have reduced Friday schedules.
Ask about paymentFees and accepted payment methods may differ for certificates, permits and clinic services.
Ask about formsMany forms may be available by mail, email or official website before the visit.
Ask about state-specific rulesSchool forms, vital records, septic permits and WIC eligibility are not the same in every state.
🧾 Checklist

Lawrence County Health Department office visit checklist

Use this checklist before visiting any Lawrence County Health Department.

For immunizationsBring photo ID, vaccine card, school form, insurance card if applicable and any out-of-state records.
For WICBring proof of identity, proof of address, proof of income or program participation, pregnancy information and child information.
For vital recordsBring valid ID, full name on record, event date, state/county, relationship proof, form and payment.
For environmental healthBring property address, parcel number, permit number, complaint details and contact information.
For clinic servicesBring appointment confirmation, ID, insurance card, medication list and prior records.
For public recordsWrite the exact record name, date range, department, topic, preferred format and contact method.
⚠️ Wrong office check

What the Lawrence County Health Department may not handle

County health departments provide public-health services, but they do not handle every health, benefits, hospital, insurance or legal issue.

Medicaid or SNAP eligibilityThese may be handled by state benefit agencies, not the county health department.
Private hospital billsBilling disputes usually start with the hospital, clinic, insurer or financial assistance office.
Full divorce or court recordsThese are usually handled by court clerks, circuit clerks or county clerks.
Driver licenses or DMV recordsMotor vehicle and driver records are handled by motor vehicle agencies.
Emergency medical careCall 911. Do not wait for a health department office to open.
Private medical recordsContact the doctor, hospital, pharmacy or clinic that created the record.
🪜 Step by step

How to contact the correct Lawrence County Health Department

1

Confirm the state first

Match the city and state: Louisa KY, Ironton OH, Lawrenceville IL, Bedford IN, Mt. Vernon MO, Lawrenceburg TN, Moulton AL, Monticello MS or Walnut Ridge AR.

2

Choose the exact service

Decide whether you need immunizations, WIC, vital records, environmental health, public records, clinic services, health education or emergency preparedness.

3

Use the official page

Use the official state, county or local health department page listed here. Avoid outdated directories when hours and appointment rules can change.

4

Call before visiting

Ask whether appointments are required, whether the service is available that day, what documents are needed and what fees apply.

5

Bring documents and verify payment

Bring ID, records, application forms, insurance details if relevant, proof of eligibility, property information and an accepted payment method.

🗺️ Map

Lawrence County Health Department map search

This map uses a broad Lawrence County Health Department search because several states use the same office name. Always confirm the state, city, official phone number and office page before driving.

❓ FAQ

Lawrence County Health Department FAQ

What is the Lawrence County Health Department phone number?

The phone number depends on the state. Louisa KY uses (606) 638-4389, Ironton OH uses 740-532-3962, Lawrenceville IL uses (618) 943-3302, Bedford IN uses 812-275-3234, Mt. Vernon MO uses (417) 466-2201, Lawrenceburg TN uses (931) 762-9406, Moulton AL uses (256) 560-6409, Monticello MS uses 601-587-2561, and Walnut Ridge AR uses (870) 886-3201.

Why are there different Lawrence County Health Department phone numbers?

Several states have a Lawrence County. Each state or county has its own public-health office, address, phone number, appointment rules and services. Always match the city and state before calling.

Which Lawrence County Health Department is in Kentucky?

The Kentucky office is in Louisa at 1080 Meadowbrook Lane, Louisa, KY 41230. The listed phone number is (606) 638-4389.

Which Lawrence County Health Department is in Ohio?

The Ohio office is in Ironton at 2122 South 8th Street, Ironton, OH 45638. The listed phone number is 740-532-3962.

Which Lawrence County Health Department is in Indiana?

The Indiana office is in Bedford at 2419 Mitchell Road, Bedford, IN 47421. The office says county birth and death records begin with the year 1882 and that no documents are issued after 3:30 p.m.

Can I get a birth certificate from a Lawrence County Health Department?

Sometimes, but it depends on the state. Vital-record rules, eligible requesters, record years, fees and ID requirements are state-specific. Always call the correct Lawrence County office before visiting or paying.

Does Lawrence County Health Department offer WIC?

Many Lawrence County offices offer or route WIC services, but appointment rules and clinic days differ. Missouri lists a Mt. Vernon office and an Aurora WIC-only location. Other states use their own local or state WIC systems.

Can Lawrence County Health Department help with immunizations?

Many Lawrence County health offices offer or route immunizations, school shots or vaccine records. Call the correct state office and ask whether the vaccine is available, whether an appointment is required and what records to bring.

Who handles septic, wells, food permits or pool inspections?

Environmental-health routing depends on the state and property location. Some Lawrence County offices handle septic, wells, food, pools or nuisance complaints directly, while others route through a state or regional environmental program.

Should I use a health department contact form for emergencies?

No. For immediate danger, severe symptoms, poisoning, violence or urgent medical emergencies, call 911. Routine health department phones and contact forms are not emergency response tools.