Physicians, hospitals, and laboratories report communicable diseases as required by 902 KAR 2:020 to the Knox County Health Department. Qualified health department staff provide investigation of the cases and report the communicable diseases to the state office which reports to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Medical Providers, hospitals, or laboratories who are reporting a communicable disease can download and fill out the Kentucky Reportable Disease (EPID 200) Form (below). Staff can be reached for reporting or for consultation using the information below:
During Operating Hours:
Phone: 606-546-3486
Fax: 606-546-2867
After Hours:
Kentucky Department for Public Health , Division of Epidemiology and Health Planning
Phone: 1-888-973-7678 or 1-502-564-3418
Fax: 1-502-696-3803