Leon County Health Department Tallahassee phone, clinics, WIC, certificates, vaccines and Environmental Health help
The Leon County Health Department Tallahassee search should lead users to the Florida Department of Health in Leon County, also called DOH-Leon. It serves Tallahassee and Leon County, Florida.
This guide helps you choose the correct official route for clinic appointments, immunizations, WIC, birth certificates, death certificates, dental care, family planning, Environmental Health records, rabies exposure, disease reporting and emergency preparedness.
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Call 850-404-6300 for general Florida Department of Health in Leon County routing. For clinic appointments, Environmental Health, WIC or certificates, use the direct route below.
Quick answer for Tallahassee residents
The main phone number for the Florida Department of Health in Leon County is 850-404-6300. The administrative building is at 2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way, Tallahassee, FL 32304.
For clinic appointments, call 850-404-6403. For Environmental Health records or inspection reports, call 850-895-8360 or email LeonFacilities@FLHealth.gov. For WIC applications, call 800-342-3556. For dental care through The Molar Express, call 850-404-6450.
Do not rely only on the main address. Immunizations, WIC, dental care, certificates, Environmental Health and emergency preparedness may use different service pages, phone numbers or buildings.
Official verification for this DOH-Leon Tallahassee guide
Updated for publication on June 27, 2026.
This page was rebuilt using the official Florida Department of Health in Leon County website, official contact pages, location pages, clinical services, immunizations, certificates, Environmental Public Health, rabies alerts, special needs shelter notice and related official Florida Health resources.
Hours, appointment availability, fees, clinic routes, WIC certification steps, rabies alerts, Environmental Health bill payment rules and emergency notices can change. Always verify details on the official website before visiting, mailing documents, paying or relying on a deadline.
What this Leon County Health Department Tallahassee guide covers
First correction: Tallahassee is not the county name
The correct local public health agency is the Florida Department of Health in Leon County. Tallahassee is the county seat and largest city in Leon County, but it is not a separate county.
This matters because users may confuse DOH-Leon with the City of Tallahassee, Leon County government departments, Leon County Schools, Leon County in another state, a private clinic or the statewide Florida Department of Health office.
For broader public-health office lookup steps, see our health department near me guide.
Leon County Health Department phone numbers by service
Use the direct service route when possible. Calling the main number for every issue can delay your answer.
| Need | Best official phone or route | What to say when you call | Prepare before calling |
|---|---|---|---|
| General DOH-Leon help | 850-404-6300 LeonCHD.Feed-back@FLHealth.gov | “I live in Tallahassee or Leon County and need the correct health department program.” | Service needed, address if relevant, preferred callback method and deadline. |
| Clinic appointments | 850-404-6403 | “I need an appointment for immunizations, family planning, WIC, refugee health or another clinical service.” | Photo ID, insurance if any, prior records, income details if asking about discounted services. |
| Immunizations | 850-404-6403 | “I need a vaccine appointment and can bring picture ID and previous immunization records.” | All shot records, school form, travel details, insurance/payment information. |
| WIC application | 800-342-3556 | “I want to apply for WIC and need a certification appointment.” | Pregnancy/child details, income or benefit proof, address proof and contact information. |
| Birth or death certificate | 850-404-6300 Certificates page | “I need a Florida birth or death certificate and want to confirm ID, fee and request method.” | Full name, date, county, valid photo ID, relationship and payment method. |
| Environmental Health records | 850-895-8360 LeonFacilities@FLHealth.gov | “I need inspection records or Environmental Health records for a permitted entity.” | Facility name, address, permit/account details and record type. |
| Environmental Health bill pay | MyFloridaEHPermit.com or Environmental Health office | “I need to pay an Environmental Health bill and want to confirm the correct permit account.” | Invoice, facility name, permit number, mailing address and payment question. |
| Dental care | 850-404-6450 MolarExpress@FLHealth.gov | “I need dental services for a Medicaid-eligible Florida resident from birth through age 20.” | Medicaid information, child’s age, guardian details and appointment needs. |
| Disease reporting / epidemiology | 850-404-6299 Fax: 850-921-9855 | “I need infectious disease, epidemiology, HIV/AIDS, STI or reportable-condition routing.” | Exposure date, symptoms, provider/lab details if applicable and callback number. |
| Animal bite or rabies exposure | 850-895-8360 911 if urgent | “I was bitten, scratched or exposed and need rabies guidance.” | Animal type, location, date/time, wound details and whether medical care was received. |
Main administrative address, map and visiting tips
The administrative building for the Florida Department of Health in Leon County is listed at 2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way, Tallahassee, FL 32304. Regular listed hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday are closed.
Clinic services are often tied to the Roberts & Stevens Clinic at 1515 Old Bainbridge Road, Tallahassee, FL 32303. WIC may also appear at Richardson-Lewis Health Center. Dental care through Molar Express has a separate address.
Tallahassee clinics and DOH-Leon clinical service routes
DOH-Leon clinical services include dental, family planning, breast and cervical cancer early detection, immunizations, school health and WIC. The official clinical services page says discounted rates may be available for uninsured and underinsured patients who meet eligibility requirements, and services will not be denied due to inability to pay.
Use 850-404-6403 for clinic appointments. Ask whether the service is at Roberts & Stevens, Richardson-Lewis, Molar Express or another location.
Immunizations, school shots and travel vaccines in Leon County
For immunizations, DOH-Leon tells residents to call 850-404-6403 to schedule an appointment. The official immunization page says to bring picture ID and all previous immunization records for each person needing services.
Prior records must be available before or at visit time. This matters for school shots, travel vaccines, adult immunizations, college requirements, work forms, child-care records and exemption questions.
Bring these for a vaccine visit
- Picture ID for the person or guardian when applicable.
- All previous immunization records for each person needing services.
- School, daycare, college, camp, employer or travel vaccine forms.
- Travel itinerary if asking about international travel vaccines.
- Insurance or payment information if requested by the clinic.
- A clear deadline, such as school start date, travel date or employment deadline.
Call before your deadline
Use 850-404-6403 and explain whether the visit is for child vaccines, adult vaccines, travel immunizations, school records or exemptions.
Collect records first
Check doctors, pharmacies, schools, prior health departments, immigration files and patient portals before the visit.
Keep updated records
After the visit, save a paper copy and a digital photo for future school, travel, work or medical needs.
WIC in Tallahassee: food benefits, breastfeeding support and how to apply
WIC is a nutrition program for eligible pregnant women, postpartum women, breastfeeding mothers, infants and children under age five. Dads, grandparents, foster parents and others caring for children under five may also apply for support for eligible children.
To apply, call 800-342-3556 and say you want to apply for WIC. You should receive a call to schedule a WIC certification visit. At that visit, household income and medical or nutrition status may be reviewed.
| WIC question | Best next step | What to prepare |
|---|---|---|
| I want to apply for WIC | Call 800-342-3556 and say you want to apply for WIC. | Applicant name, child or pregnancy details, income or benefit information and contact details. |
| I already receive Medicaid, SNAP or TANF | Ask whether you are already income-eligible based on benefit status. | Proof of benefit status, identification and residency details. |
| I need certification | Attend the certification appointment after the call-back appointment is set. | The person applying, income documents, ID, address proof and medical/nutrition details. |
| I need WIC office location | Confirm whether your appointment uses Roberts & Stevens or Richardson-Lewis. | Appointment time, clinic name, transportation plan and documents. |
| I need EBT card help | Use official Florida WIC balance/card help or ask your WIC office. | WIC card, participant information and card issue details. |
Birth certificates, death certificates and VitalChek in Leon County
Florida birth and death certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health. DOH-Leon certificate pages say orders may be placed online, by mail or in person.
VitalChek is the online vendor authorized by the Florida Department of Health for online certificate orders. VitalChek fees may be different from local office fees.
| Certificate need | Official detail | Practical warning |
|---|---|---|
| Florida birth certificate | Florida birth certificates are available for Florida births from 1930 forward. Listed fee: $15. | Bring valid, unexpired photo ID and complete the application carefully. |
| Florida death certificate | Death certificates are available for Florida deaths from 2009 to present through local routing. Listed fee: $15. | Cause-of-death copies require family or legal representative eligibility. |
| Birth before 1930 | Request from Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville. | Do not assume a local Leon County office can print older birth records. |
| Death before 2009 | Request from the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville or VitalChek. | Check state instructions before mailing payment. |
| Record from another state | Use the state or jurisdiction where the event happened. | Do not order through Florida if the birth or death happened outside Florida. |
What to prepare before ordering
- Full name on the record.
- Date of birth or death.
- County of birth or death when known.
- Mother’s full name including maiden name and father’s full name for birth certificates.
- Valid, unexpired photo ID such as driver license, state ID, passport or military ID.
- Relationship or legal authority if requesting restricted details.
- Payment method and mailing address.
For broader certificate-ordering mistakes, see our birth certificate through health department guide.
Environmental Public Health: records, inspections, permits and complaints
Environmental Public Health is the DOH-Leon program for many non-clinic health issues. The official Environmental Health contact is 850-895-8360, and the records/inspection email is LeonFacilities@FLHealth.gov.
Use Environmental Health when the issue involves a permitted facility, inspection report, biomedical waste, body piercing, drinking water, environmental preparedness, food safety, temporary food service events, group care, onsite sewage, rabies surveillance, sanitary nuisances, sharps disposal, swimming pools or tattooing.
Dental care, family planning, clinical care and discounted services
DOH-Leon’s Dr. Edward F. Zapert Dental Clinic, The Molar Express, serves Medicaid-eligible Florida residents from birth through age 20. The dental clinic is at 912 Railroad Ave., Tallahassee, FL 32310.
For dental appointments, call 850-404-6450 or use MolarExpress@FLHealth.gov. For family planning and other clinic appointment questions, use 850-404-6403.
| Clinical service | Official route | What to bring or ask |
|---|---|---|
| Dental | 850-404-6450; The Molar Express, 912 Railroad Ave. | Confirm Medicaid eligibility, child’s age, guardian requirements and appointment documents. |
| Family planning | 850-404-6403; Roberts & Stevens clinic route. | Ask about sliding-scale eligibility and bring ID, insurance card and income documentation if applicable. |
| Breast and cervical health | Clinical services page and clinic appointment line. | Ask about eligibility, screening schedule, application forms and current mobile mammogram events. |
| Refugee health | Roberts & Stevens location lists refugee health as a service. | Ask what immigration health paperwork and appointment type are required. |
Disease reporting, rabies alerts and urgent public health concerns
DOH-Leon’s infectious disease services include epidemiology, HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infections. The Epidemiology contact listed by DOH-Leon is 850-404-6299, with fax 850-921-9855.
In May 2026, DOH-Leon issued a rabies alert after a confirmed rabies case in a fox last seen in southeast Tallahassee near Capital Circle SE. The alert reminded residents not to handle wild or stray animals and to seek medical attention after bites or scratches.
Special needs shelter, hurricane preparation and emergency response
DOH-Leon reminds residents with a disability or special medical need to register with the Florida Special Needs Shelter Registry before peak hurricane season when appropriate. Registration does not guarantee shelter acceptance, but it allows officials to review needs and provide emergency information.
The official notice says people should prepare photo ID, insurance card, emergency contacts, primary care provider information, medication list, a 30-day medication supply, vital medical equipment, backup energy sources and special dietary items.
Tallahassee and Leon County service area
DOH-Leon serves Tallahassee and Leon County communities, including residents, students, workers, families, visitors and businesses that need official local public-health help.
Common service-area searches include Downtown Tallahassee, Midtown, Southwood, Frenchtown, Lake Jackson, Bradfordville, Woodville, Fort Braden, Chaires, Miccosukee, Capitola, FSU area, FAMU area, Tallahassee State College area and unincorporated Leon County.
For related Florida county examples, you can also review our Florida Department of Health in Pasco County guide and Hillsborough County Health Department guide.
What DOH-Leon may not handle
Some searches look like health department questions but belong somewhere else. Use the right office to avoid delays.
What to do if your DOH-Leon service is not found
Official DOH-Leon links for Tallahassee residents
Use these official links for final decisions, appointments, records, fees, emergency notices and live service rules.
Florida Department of Health in Leon County official websiteMain official website for DOH-Leon programs, services, news, locations and notices. Official contact pageContact form and program routing for Clinical Services, Wellness Programs, Environmental Public Health, Emergency Preparedness and Infectious Disease Services. Official locations pageSearch DOH-Leon locations and service points before visiting. Clinical servicesDental, family planning, breast and cervical health, immunizations, school health and WIC. ImmunizationsAppointment number, ID and prior-record requirements for vaccine visits. Apply for WICOfficial Florida WIC application routing for Tallahassee and Leon County users. Birth certificatesFlorida birth certificate request details, ID rules, VitalChek route and fee information. Death certificatesFlorida death certificate request details, eligibility notes, VitalChek route and fee information. Environmental Public HealthInspection records, permitted entity records, Environmental Health contact and public-health environmental programs. DOH-Leon rabies alertCurrent rabies alert guidance, animal bite cautions and local animal control contacts. Special needs shelter registry noticeEmergency planning guidance for residents with disabilities or special medical needs.Leon County Health Department Tallahassee FAQ
What is the Leon County Health Department phone number in Tallahassee?
The main Florida Department of Health in Leon County phone number is 850-404-6300. For clinic appointments, use 850-404-6403.
What is the correct name for the Leon County Health Department?
The official agency name is Florida Department of Health in Leon County, often shortened to DOH-Leon. It serves Tallahassee and Leon County, Florida.
Where is the DOH-Leon administrative office?
The administrative building is at 2965 Major James Morgan Jr Way, Tallahassee, FL 32304. Confirm the program first because clinic services may use another location.
Where do I go for immunizations in Tallahassee?
Call 850-404-6403 to schedule an immunization appointment. Bring picture ID and all previous immunization records for each person needing services.
How do I apply for WIC in Tallahassee?
Call 800-342-3556 and say you want to apply for WIC. You should receive a call to set up a WIC certification appointment.
How much is a birth certificate through DOH-Leon?
The official DOH-Leon birth certificate page lists $15 for birth certificates. VitalChek or other service-related charges may differ, so verify before paying.
How much is a death certificate through DOH-Leon?
The official DOH-Leon death certificate page lists $15 for death certificates. Cause-of-death copies have eligibility restrictions.
What is the Environmental Health phone number in Leon County?
The Environmental Health phone number is 850-895-8360. For records or inspection reports, DOH-Leon lists LeonFacilities@FLHealth.gov.
Who should I call after an animal bite or rabies exposure?
Seek medical attention and report the injury to DOH-Leon by calling 850-895-8360. Call 911 for urgent injuries or immediate danger.
Does DOH-Leon provide emergency medical care?
No. For life-threatening emergencies, severe symptoms, animal attacks, overdose, serious wounds or immediate safety risks, call 911.