Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals

Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals is a hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The department protects and promotes health while ensuring access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all citizens of the state. Their work encompasses a wide range of public health initiatives, including the administration of SNAP, the regulation of medical marijuana and consumable hemp products, and the oversight of the WIC program.

The department manages various specialized programs to support community wellness and safety. This includes the Building and Premises Program, which conducts inspections of institutions such as schools, daycare centers, and nursing homes, as well as the Infectious Waste Program, which regulates the treatment of biomedical waste. The Food and Drug Unit oversees the regulation of food, drugs, and cosmetics, conducting inspections for facilities ranging from breweries to food-manufacturing plants. Additionally, the department handles bacteriological sample collection for public water systems and provides resources for pregnancy, including the TLC Moms initiative for postpartum mental health support.

Located on N 4th St, the department is situated near the Louisiana State Library, the Capitol Park Museum, and the Huey P Long Garden. It is also a short walk from the Bienville Building, the Iberville Building, and A. Z. Young Park.

The department maintains thorough, well-documented information online through a well-optimized website that is easily accessible.

The Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals provides essential medical and regulatory services to ensure the health and safety of all residents throughout the state of Louisiana.

Services:

• Bacteriological Sample Collection
• Behavioral Health Managed Care
• Coordinated System of Care (CSoC)
• Food & Drug Program
• Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI)
• Medicaid Provider Management
• Mental Health Rehabilitation
• Public Health Compliance Services