Answer: FACISŪ is the acronym for "Fraud and Abuse Control Information System." FACISŪ is a Web-based information service that allows subscribers to look up the sanction history of both individuals and entities associated with the healthcare field.
Possible types of sanctions include exclusions, termination of license, suspension, revocation, probation and debarments, etc. FACISŪ reports from approximately 800 state and Federal sources. Information reported by FACISŪ is public, published information only. Many state and Federal agencies publish disciplinary-action listings available for public information and use.
To allow organizations to make different risk-management decisions depending on the individual or entity, FACISŪ offers three levels of screening. There is no requirement to select one type of service level or another, as you will have access to all service levels so that you may best decide what level of screening is appropriate for you depending on the individual or entity that you plan to screen. This provides you with the most efficient risk-management tool.
FACISŪ allows for two types of screening regardless of the level: single search and batch screening. The single search allows subscribers to query both individuals and entities on a one-at-a-time basis. Results are instantaneous. Batch screening allows the user to submit to FACISŪ a file, in a predetermined format, listing names of persons or names of entities to be screened by FACISŪ.
The list may be submitted over the Internet and, upon acceptance of the file, the user is provided an electronic listing of results within three-to-five business days. The outlines the search levels and prices for batch and single searching at each level. To subscribe to FACISŪ , fax or mail a completed Standard Subscription Agreement to the number or address indicated on the agreement. Upon receipt of the signed agreement, you will be contacted with a User ID and password so that you may access the FACISŪ system.