ICYMI: Caregiver Background Check Fee Increase
Effective, October 1, 2024, the cost of a caregiver background check will increase from $10 – $15, a 50% increase. These checks are conducted through the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s WORCS system. WHCA/WiCAL will be following up with the Department of Justice to inquire why the substantial increase and learn more about the abuse prevention and intervention efforts that the revenue will be used for. Here is more detail on the increase from the Division of Quality Assurance:
Attn: All Regulated Health Care Providers
Fee Adjustment – Caregiver Background Checks
Caregiver background checks are a crucial tool used by a variety of industries to manage risk, promote safety, and enhance the quality of care and treatment services. They also help foster public confidence in our healthcare system.
Effective October 1, 2024, the cost for a caregiver background check conducted through the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s WORCS system will increase to $15. This adjustment, the first in over 20 years, is necessary to cover rising costs and support ongoing abuse prevention and intervention efforts. We recognize that this change may affect your budgeting but appreciate your commitment to helping us keep Wisconsin safe.
For more information about caregiver background checks please visit https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/misconduct/employee.htm