Quiz winners will be notified via e-mail by Wednesday, October 8.

Please scroll below, then click on each question to find the answers to the Employee Benefits Expo quiz and learn more about those benefits!

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Lyra: I have to be on the EPC medical plan to use Lyra Health

False

More info:

Lyra is for everyone: Full-time and part-time employees, as well as their dependents, can utilize Lyra’s confidential mental health support at no cost!

Confidential mental health support provides 8 free sessions per year, per eligible participant.

CLICK HERE for a mental health care flyer
CLICK HERE to view Employee Assistance Program services

Website: epc.lyrahealth.com | Phone: (877) 207-9553

Premise Health: If I receive a referral from one of the Employee Health Center providers for diagnostic services my out-of-pocket expense for the service could be waived by the plan

True

More info:

EPC Medical Plan Benefit
The El Paso County EPO Medical Plan includes a benefit that waives the member’s out-of-pocket expense for in-network services rendered to determine or establish a diagnosis when an El Paso County Employee Health Center (Clinic) Premise Provider submits a referral for this purpose.

Once a diagnosis has been established, any additional recommended medical treatments/services will be payable per normal Plan provisions.

CLICK HERE for the Diagnostic Referral Benefit flyer

Personify Health: When I complete a level (point milestones) I earn an entry into a prize drawing

True

More info:

Reach Your Peak (RYP) participants can earn points through completing program activities and making healthy decisions. By achieving quarterly levels, participants earn prize drawing entries.

All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the RYP Wellness Program, as well as spouses enrolled in the El Paso County Medical Plan.

CLICK HERE for the 2025 RYP Guide

Quantum Health: Quantum Health can assist me with finding a provider and billing issues

True

More info:

Quantum Health is here to simplify your healthcare experience by explaining your benefits, assisting with claim issues, giving you access to or replacing your ID cards, finding in-network providers, and so much more!

From medical claims to check-ups and even pre-certifications, your Quantum Health Care Coordinators are with you every step of your healthcare journey – they organize and simplify your medical and prescription benefits to provide you with a better experience when you need care. When necessary, Quantum Health nurses, clinicians, and benefit specialists are ready to advocate for your healthcare needs. Quantum Health Care Coordinators can also assist with questions related to other plans (dental, vision, etc.) or connect you with the plan’s member services if additional assistance is required.

All full-time employees have access to Quantum Health. One place to go – Quantum Health! And they’re just a tap, click, or call away!

Website: elpasocobenefits.com | Phone: (866) 885-1484

Lantern Surgical Care: Copays will still apply if I use Lantern Surgical Care

False

More info:

EPC Medical Plan Benefit
Lantern offers high quality surgical care with waived copays and coinsurance for non-emergent surgical procedures, such as orthopedics, spine, cardiac, ENT, GYN, and pain management.

Services include dedicated support, consults & appointments, as well as coverage for the procedure, anesthesia, and facility fees.

CLICK HERE for the Lantern Surgical Care flyer

Website: my.lanterncare.com/ | Phone: (833) 814-5702

Unum: As a full-time employee EPC pays for a life insurance policy for me

True

More info:

El Paso County provides Basic Life Insurance for all full-time employees valued at $40,000 in Life and AD&D coverage and $2,000 in Life coverage for their dependents at no cost to the employee.

CLICK HERE to view the Basic Life Policy

Delta Dental: Preventative care services do not apply to my annual maximum benefit

True

More info:

Both the Low and High Option Dental Plans include Delta Dental’s Prevention First program. This program allows diagnostic and preventive services to be covered without applying to your annual maximum benefit, extending that benefit a little further!

CLICK HERE for the Low Option Benefits Summary

CLICK HERE for the High Option Benefits Summary

Website: deltadentalco.com | Phone: (800) 610-0201

SleepCharge: SleepCharge can help with sleep apnea and insomnia

True

More info:

This is an EPC Medical Plan benefit, however, all full-time employees can get a personalized sleep health report and access the Sleep Life Learning Center at the link below!

The SleepCharge program for sleep apnea,* insomnia, and sleep health provides the following benefits:

  • Testing, diagnosis, and treatment for sleep apnea, insomnias, circadian-related disorders, sleep-related movement disorders, and hypersomnia
  • Medical experts who will help you assess your sleep health
  • Personalized treatment plan for sleep apnea, including all equipment and supplies
  • Digital therapeutic treatment for chronic insomnia
  • Dedicated Care Managers, always available to support you
  • Access to Sleep Life Learning Centers, educational modules for self-paced learning, including relaxation techniques, and guided meditation

*SleepCharge must be used for sleep apnea equipment and supplies of employees and their adult dependents enrolled on the EPC Medical Plan. All costs for the program are covered by plan.

Assess your sleep health now at the website below!

Website: sleepcharge.com/epcmed | Phone: (877) 615-7257

EyeMed: I can only choose glasses or contacts, not both

False

More info:

You may obtain both standard lenses and contact lenses in the same benefit period.

(The incorrect answer may have been provided to some visitors of our EyeMed table. We will be omitting this question from the final quiz results.)

CLICK HERE to view the Vision Plan Benefit Summary

Website: eyemed.com | Phone: (866) 723-0596

Empower Retirement: Only full-time employees can enroll in the 457 plan

False

More info:

Full-time, part-time, and temporary employees can participate in this plan.

The El Paso County 457 Deferred Compensation Plan from Empower Retirement can help you achieve the retirement you want. Section 457(b) of the Internal Revenue Code is designed as a supplemental retirement account. This is an optional retirement plan; El Paso County does not match Empower 457 Plan contributions.

CLICK HERE for registration instructions.
CLICK HERE to schedule a meeting with our Empower Retirement Plan Advisor

Website: empower-retirement.com | Phone: (800) 701-8255

Employee Health Centers

  • Regional Development Center (RDC) Health Center
    2880 International Circle, Lower Level, Suite N010
    Phone: (719) 520-7080
  • Citizens Service Center (CSC) Health Center
    1675 West Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 1053
    Phone: (719) 520-7600
  • Premise Health Patient Portal: mypremisehealth.com
  • 24/7 Telehealth: (877) 272-0813
  • Health Center Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Additional Information & Links

Employee Benefits Website

Visit our improved website for more Employee Benefits information!

Open Enrollment Page

Open Enrollment begins October 22, 2025 and Ends November 5, 2025. Open Enrollment information will be available at this link closer to the start date.

Citizens Service Center (CSC) Fitness Center

CSC Fitness Center is available to full/part-time EPC employees at no cost. The CSC Fitness Center is managed by nationally certified staff who instruct exercise classes and is equipped with locker rooms, cardiovascular equipment, strength machines, and free weights. Virtual and on-demand classes available.

Phone: (719) 520-7619 | E-mail: epcfitness@elpasoco.com

El Paso County Retirement Plan

Visit the EPC Retirement Plan site to update your beneficiaries.
E-mail: employeebenefits@elpasoco.com | Phone: (719) 520-7486