The Department of Health and Human services only handles Medicaid for the state of South Carolina. If you need other services, you may be looking for one of these agencies:
Department of Health and Environmental Control
- Maintains vital records such as birth and death certificates and vaccination records
- Coordinates disease control including COVID-19
- Monitors and regulates pollution
- Ensures food safety
- Responds to natural disasters
- Provides research and statistics on the state's health and environment
Department of Social Services
- Administers Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program
- Administers food assistance programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program
- Protects against abuse and neglect of children and adults
- Manages child support
- Matches foster families