What services do you offer?
The Scott County Health Department offers:
- WIC Nutrition Program for Mothers and Children
- Lead Screenings
- Vaccines for Children
- Flu Shots
- Support for Quitting Tobacco
- STD Testing and Family Planning
- Environmental Health Support
- Food Handler Inspections and Food Service Licensing
- Private Sewage Disposal
- Private Well Water Testing Services
- Community Health Education
- Breastfeeding Peer Support
- School and Sports Physicals
How do I schedule an appointment?
The Scott County Health Department is open Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 8:30am-4:00pm
- Call 217-742-8203 during business hours to schedule an appointment
- WIC Walk in Clinic 8:30am-4:00pm on Thursdays
What immunizations does my child need?
See the Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule here.
Does the Scott County Health Department accept insurance?
The Scott County Health Department is able to accept certain plans from the insurance listed below, for immunizations and flu shots. Keep in mind that some plans are not covered, so it’s advised to check with your insurance company or stop by and we can check with them, to make sure your specific plan will cover our services.
- Consociates Health
- Physicians
- Humana
- Meridian
- Medicaid
- RR Medicare
- Molina
- Tricare
- Illinicare
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- United Health Care
- UMR
- Health Alliance
- Health Link
- Youthcare
- Medicare (flu and pneumonia only)
What are the WIC income guidelines?
Check here to see if you may be eligible for WIC benefits.
Can I apply for a LINK card at the Health Department?
Our office isn’t equipped to help you apply for a LINK card, but you can get the process started HERE.