El Paso County Public Health Begins Card Fees for Lab, Vital Records; State Monitors Measles Cases
Colorado Springs, CO – March 10, 2026 – El Paso County Public Health is adding card fees for lab and vital records services as state officials monitor measles cases.
El Paso County Public Health began charging service fees on March 10 for certain credit and debit card transactions tied to laboratory services and the purchase of birth and death records, a change that affects residents seeking in-person services in Colorado Springs.
Card Fees Now in Effect for Lab and Vital Records
According to El Paso County Public Health, fees now apply when customers use a credit or debit card to pay for services in the agency’s laboratory and for certified copies of birth and death certificates.
The department serves more than 750,000 residents across El Paso County, and its offices in Colorado Springs handle a high volume of vital records requests each year. Officials indicated the new charges apply specifically to card transactions, meaning residents paying by other accepted methods may not see the same added cost.
Residents planning visits for immunizations, testing, or record requests are encouraged to review current payment options and fee details before arriving.
State Monitoring Measles Activity
Separately, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported on March 2 that it is closely monitoring measles cases in the state. While no new Colorado Springs-specific exposure sites were identified in the latest statewide update, public health officials have emphasized ongoing surveillance as cases appear in different regions.
Measles is a highly contagious viral illness, and state and local agencies coordinate on case investigation and notification when exposures are confirmed. Updates are typically posted through CDPHE and shared with local partners, including El Paso County Public Health.
What Residents Should Know
Those who need birth or death certificates, laboratory services, or other in-person public health support should check El Paso County Public Health’s website for current fee schedules and accepted forms of payment.
For information about measles or other reportable diseases, residents can follow updates from CDPHE and El Paso County Public Health, which post alerts and guidance as situations evolve.
If you have urgent symptoms, seek medical care. For general questions, talk with a licensed clinician.
