Contact Us
Staff Contact
Scott Allen
Administrator
417-986-0371
Jennifer Steen
Business Manager
417-986-0372
Louise Bigley
Health Education Coordinator
417-986-0373
Betty Thacker
Public Health Advocates Supervisor
417-986-0374
Martha Gehrke
WIC Coordinator
417-986-0376
General Inquiries
Community Navigator
Environmental Health
Health Education
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the Webster County Health Unit’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section. Here, you’ll find answers to common questions about our services, programs, and regulations. Whether you’re looking for information on immunizations, environmental health, food safety, or emergency preparedness, we’ve got you covered. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, please feel free to contact us directly for further assistance.
Can you provide recommendations on septic installers and soil evaluators?
The Missouri Department of Health and Human Services keeps a list of licensed installers and soil evaluators. Please refer to the links on this page.
Do I need an appointment for WIC services?
Yes, a WIC appointment is required in order to assess eligibility and review program details.
Does the Health Unit bill insurance for clinical services?
- Some services may be billed through insurance, please bring your insurance card as we utilize a third-party payer for vaccines.
- Self-pay options are available for laboratory services.
- Payment is required at the time of service. We accept cash, checks, and debit/credit cards. There is a $2.00 fee for card transactions, or a 4% fee for transactions of $50.00 and over. *Please note that not all clinical services are billed to insurance.
Does the Health Unit schedule appointments for clinical services?
The Health Unit currently offers clinical services on a walk-in basis from 7:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. We are closed on all major holidays. For more information see our Events page or contact us at (417)859-2532.
How do I obtain records from the Webster County Health Unit?
Public Records
Personal Records
What do I need to bring to obtain a Missouri birth or death certificate?
You will need a form of ID (Drivers license, real ID etc..) Birth Certificates are $15 and Death Certificates are $14 for the 1st copy and $11 after that. Credit/Debit card payments have an additional $2.00 fee, or 4% fee if the transactions is over $50.00. More information about Vital Records can be found here.