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Nov 19, 2024

New HCA Dental Program Newsletter

The Health Care Authority (HCA) has launched a Dental Program newsletter to provide helpful information, answer frequently asked questions, and increase provider understanding of the Apple Health (Medicaid) Dental Program.

Nov 18, 2024

Webinar - Scroll-Stopping Strategies: Turning Social Media into Your Practice's Best Referral Source

Register for this free webinar on Wednesday, December 4. Presented by WSDA preferred lender Columbia Healthcare Banking.

Nov 15, 2024

ADA: Corporate Transparency Act Filing Deadline Approaches

Small businesses that meet certain requirements — including many dental practices — must file beneficial ownership information reports by Jan. 1, 2025 before facing penalties.

Nov 4, 2024

LWTech Dental Hygiene Employer Survey

The Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) is currently surveying dental providers who have employed LWTech hygiene graduates.

Nov 4, 2024

Reminder: Password Change Required for All Membership Accounts

The ADA upgraded its technology to a new system and as a part of this upgrade, there have been changes to all members’ login credentials for their membership accounts. Members will need to update their passwords to log into the WSDA, ADA and some local dental society websites.

Nov 4, 2024

How to Get a $250 Discount on 2025 WSDA Membership

Dentists six or more years out of dental school who use WDIA as their agent for professional liability insurance will receive $250 off their 2025 membership!

Nov 1, 2024

Members Save Up to 65% on All UPS Shipments

The world moves fast – and your ADA UPS® Savings Program has the tools you need to help your dental practice move even faster.

Oct 31, 2024

Reminder: Annual EHR/PMP & E-Prescribing Waivers Due December 1

As a reminder, waiver attestations for both EHR/PMP integration and e-prescribing requirements are due annually on December 1.

Oct 31, 2024

WSDA Members Get a 7% Bonus in 2024 with D-MMEX Easyrefine

Gold is at a world record high! Rake in extra cash with a 7% bonus on dental scrap refining.

Oct 30, 2024

Volunteer at the Seattle/King County Clinic

Dental professionals looking for a volunteer opportunity can sign up to volunteer for the 2025 Seattle/King County Clinic, held April 24-27 at Seattle Center.

Oct 29, 2024

Scam Alert: Scammers Posing as DOH Officials Targeting Health Care Providers

Please be aware of a scam that continues to target Washington health care providers.

Oct 24, 2024

WSDA Endorsements in DDWA Board Elections & Proxy Clarification

Many WSDA members have reached out to the Association with questions on how to vote in the upcoming Washington Dental Service (WDS)/Delta Dental of Washington (DDWA) 2024 Annual Member Meeting. Read our endorsements here.

Oct 15, 2024

Volunteer with Everyone for Veterans

Everyone for Veterans invites you to help put their mission in motion by volunteering as a partnering dentist. As a Dental professional, you can make a lasting impact on the lives of veterans in your local community.

Oct 9, 2024

ADA: Sign Up for Give Kids A Smile 2025

Join the Give Kids A Smile (GKAS) Movement and sign up your 2025 GKAS event by November 15, 2024.

Oct 3, 2024

Washington’s Minimum Wage Going Up to $16.66 Per Hour in 2025

Washington’s minimum wage will rise to $16.66 an hour next year, a 2.35 percent increase over 2024.

Oct 2, 2024

Password Change Required for All Membership Accounts

The ADA upgraded its technology to a new system and as a part of this upgrade, there have been changes to all members’ login credentials for their membership accounts. Members will need to update their passwords to log into the WSDA, ADA and some local dental society websites.

Oct 2, 2024

Save the Date! PNDC 2025: May 8-10 in Seattle

Mark your calendar today for three days of high-quality CE, exhibits, special events and more at Washington’s largest dental conference.

Oct 2, 2024

Reminder: Save the Date for Dental Action Day: Thursday, January 30

Join dentists from across the state on Thursday, January 30 at Dental Action Day in Olympia. One profession, one voice!

Oct 1, 2024

WDC Business Meeting - October 11

The Washington Dental Commission (WDC) — formerly known as the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) — will hold its next business meeting in hybrid format on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00 AM.

Sep 26, 2024

Rulemaking for Prescription Label Requirements

The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) will hold a public hearing on Friday, October 4 at 9:00 AM for rulemaking on the accessibility of prescription information for visually impaired individuals as well as individuals with limited English proficiency.