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There are many different types of background checks, and although most people have heard of level 1 and level 2 background checks, there is also a level 3 background check used for certain situations.<\/p>\n
Although a level 3 background check can sound a little bit intimidating, it is not a federal check. The confusion stems from the fact that a level 3 check is quite standard in most industries, but there is also the additional distinction for a level 3 background check that pertains to background checks for healthcare workers. And, this check includes searching very specific, federally controlled databases.<\/p>\n
This complete guide explains what a standard level 3 check entails, how to run a level 3 background check, and the distinction involved in a Fraud Abuse Control Information System (FACIS) level 3 background check.<\/p>\n
Although it may sound official, it\u2019s important to understand that a level 3 background check isn\u2019t a legal distinction or anything official.<\/b> Most background check companies divide their services between packages or levels to distinguish the different types of background checks they offer.<\/p>\n
One of the main reasons for this is to provide more affordable options and background check packages to businesses, based on their needs.<\/p>\n
Many industries that don\u2019t deal with sensitive information may opt to omit certain background checks entirely due to the cost associated with it. There are also no laws for many industries that mandate that they conduct background checks.<\/p>\n
Across industry lines, a level 3 background check is generally a slightly more thorough check<\/em>, but does not include anything out of the ordinary. Individuals who are undergoing a level 3 background check can often expect the following checks to be run.<\/p>\n The above list is not true for every background check company, some may include more or less public records in the search, but in general, the checks being performed are basic criminal history and identity verification checks. More intensive checks are generally not included as part of a level 3 background check, such as credit history, or other executive-level background checks.<\/p>\n Many employment options will not quite reach the need for a level 3 background check and will only require level 1 or 2 checks. This is especially common with entry-level positions or jobs that don\u2019t deal with certain groups or sensitive information.<\/p>\n A level 1 background check will vary slightly based on the company conducting the check but will often only include identity verification, and address verification in addition to a name-based, local criminal history search. This means that criminal history information from out of state will not show up.<\/p>\n A level 2 background check will often include everything mentioned in a level 1 check as well as a national criminal history check and a check of sex offender registries. In this case, criminal history information from all over the county will be included. However, federal criminal history information will often be omitted from this level of search. This is mainly due to the fact that federal criminal history databases cost more to search and are often unnecessary due to the rarity of federal crimes compared to state criminal offenses.<\/p>\n A FACIS level 3 background check does have more official and specific distinctions. The FACIS (Fraud Abuse Control Information System) is a national database that is specific to healthcare workers in the United States.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The database stores records and information regarding disciplinary actions and other similar information against healthcare professionals. The database is intended to allow healthcare professionals to perform more thorough background checks on applicants and allows them to screen applicants for important negative information that would be otherwise absent from a traditional background check.<\/p>\n A FACIS level 3 background check is the most thorough kind of FACIS background check and searches the entire FACIS database including an individual\u2019s record, state records and federal records.<\/em><\/p>\n The search of federal records specifically is one of the most important aspects of the level 3 background check.<\/p>\n Many hospitals and other healthcare facilities rely on both state and federal funding. By searching FACIS when performing background checks on a possible employee, the healthcare facility is able to ensure that that individual is not on the Federal exclusion list.<\/p>\n The Federal Exclusion list is compiled and managed by the Office of Inspector General, which is able to exclude certain individuals and agencies from taxpayer-funded programs for a number of reasons, including fraud.<\/p>\n Hiring an employee that is on the federal exclusion list can be extremely expensive to the healthcare facility. This can result in large legal fees and the possible loss of federal funding.<\/p>\n This is what makes the FACIS check such a valuable resource to healthcare facilities, even with the high price that facilities have to pay to access it, the potential savings is far greater than the cost.<\/p>\n Since FACIS is updated so frequently, the chances of making a costly hire is significantly reduced.<\/p>\n FACIS also uses other state and Medicaid information to ensure that the potential healthcare worker is not on any potentially harmful exclusion lists.<\/p>\n Just like with background checks for other businesses, FACIS allows healthcare facilities to save thousands of dollars from hiring a person who can cause long term legal issues.<\/p>\n The main aspect that makes a level 3 background check so effective is the volume of databases that are searched. Rather than simply checking local criminal history information and a few more publicly available databases, as is the case with most background checks, a FACIS level 3 background check also searches other more unique databases.<\/strong><\/p>\n Many of which are specific to the healthcare industry.<\/p>\n Specific databases that are checked as part of a FACIS Level 3 background check are described below.<\/p>\n The OIG (Office of the Inspector General) exclusion database is an essential tool when it comes to ensuring healthcare facilities are not making hires that will result in the loss of funding or hefty fines.<\/p>\n In some situations, the Department of Health and Human Services, which is part of the OIG, may decide to put an individual on the exclusion list. There are a number of reasons that someone can end up on the exclusion list, but fraud is one of the most common reasons.<\/p>\n Essentially, a healthcare worker can end up on the List of Excluded Individuals\/Entities for doing something wrongful that makes them unfit to work for a healthcare facility that receives federal funding.<\/p>\n Part of a Level 3 Background check includes a search of this database to ensure that the healthcare facility is not hiring anyone on the exclusion list.<\/p>\n This database is free to search<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Step 1. Visit the OIG page with the free search tool.<\/p>\nWhat is FACIS Level 3 Background Screening?<\/h2>\n
What\u2019s the Federal Exclusion List?<\/h3>\n
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What Databases and Records are Checked in a Level 3 Background Search?<\/h2>\n
OIG (Office of Inspector General)<\/h3>\n