Feb 21, 2023
DQAC Dental Collaboration Committee Meeting – March 6
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Collaboration Committee meeting on March 6.
Regulations
Stay up to date on rules and requirements affecting Washington dentists.
Recent Regulatory News
Feb 16, 2023
Proposed Dental Licensure Fee Increase – June 1
In order to address the annual operating shortfall of the Dental Quality Assurance Commission, the Department of Health is proposing to increase dental licensure fees, effective June 1, 2023.
Feb 6, 2023
Delay and Modification of the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program
Two pieces of legislation recently passed that delay and modify the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust (LTSS) program. Learn more about how the delay affects employers and employees, as well as new exemption circumstances for employees.
Jan 12, 2023
Board of Denturists Business Meeting – Jan. 27
The Board of Denturists will hold its next business meeting via webinar on Friday, Jan. 27 at 12:00 PM.
Jan 12, 2023
DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 20
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting in a hybrid format on Friday, Jan. 20 at 10:00 AM.
Jan 11, 2023
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – Jan. 12
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 12:00 PM.
Jan 4, 2023
Cancellation of Jan. 20 Dental Anesthesia Rule Hearing
DQAC has withdrawn the CR-102 for WAC chapters 246-817-701 through 246-817-790 for administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures and cancelled the Jan. 20 rules hearing.
Jan 4, 2023
DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting – Jan. 27
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, Jan. 27 at 1:00 PM.
Jan 3, 2023
Proposed Fee Update Public Rule Hearing – Jan. 24
The Department of Health filed a CR-102 proposing to update fees for several professions. The public rules hearing is scheduled for Jan. 24, 2023, at 9:00 AM.
Dec 19, 2022
Workers’ Compensation Premium Rate Increase – Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, workers’ compensation premium rates will increase.
Dec 19, 2022
Guidance on New Job Posting Requirements – Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, Washington employers with 15 or more employees must disclose a wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits and other compensation on job postings that recruit Washington based employees, when the job posting includes qualifications for desired applicants.
Dec 15, 2022
Patient Record Retention Requirements
Make sure you are up to date on patient record retention requirements in Washington state, including for when closing or selling a dental practice.
Dec 13, 2022
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee – Dec. 15
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 12:00 PM.
Dec 7, 2022
L&I: Additional Webinars Detailing New Job Posting Requirements Scheduled
Four additional webinars have been scheduled by the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) to help employers understand the new job posting requirements that take effect Jan. 1.
Dec 1, 2022
Reminder: 2023 Minimum Wage Increase – Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, the state minimum wage will increase to $15.74 per hour, up from the current $14.49 per hour rate.
Dec 1, 2022
Reminder: Paid Family and Medical Leave Premium Increase – Jan. 1
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, the Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) premium rate will increase.
Nov 29, 2022
DQAC Business Meeting – Dec. 9
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting in a hybrid format on Friday, Dec. 9.
Nov 29, 2022
L&I Webinars: Learn About Key Unemployment Laws
A series of webinars this winter from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries will give workers and employers the opportunity to learn more about the state’s employment laws.
Nov 22, 2022
Reminder for Employers: Unemployment Insurance Tax Filing Updates
Beginning with fourth quarter unemployment insurance tax reports, employers must include Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes as well as upgrade to the latest version of Employer Account Management Services (EAMS) before filing.
Nov 21, 2022
Dental Anesthesia Rule Hearing Date – Jan. 20
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Rule Hearing in a hybrid format on Friday, Jan. 20.
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DQAC Interested Parties Email List
Get regulatory updates as they occur by subscribing to the DQAC interested parties email list.WSDA Committee on Regulatory Affairs
The Committee on Regulatory Affairs focuses on regulatory issues handled by DQAC and other government agencies handling regulatory issues relevant to dentistry.To inquire about joining the Committee on Regulatory Affairs, members may email WSDA at info@wsda.org.
