Dec 1, 2021
Important Reminders from the WA Employment Security Department
Important reminders from ESD about annual tax rate notices and Long-Term Services and Supports Program exemptions.
Regulations
Stay up to date on rules and requirements affecting Washington dentists.
Recent Regulatory News
Dec 1, 2021
Reminder: Workers’ Compensation COVID-19 Coverage for Health Care Workers
Health care workers who test positive for COVID-19 are presumed to have been exposed at work and are eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim with the Department of Labor and Industries (L&I).
Dec 1, 2021
Reminder: Dec. 1 Water Line Testing Requirement
Learn more about water line testing requirements effective Dec. 1 and browse upcoming webinars from Harris Biomedical and ProEdge Dental Water Labs.
Dec 1, 2021
Proposed Workforce Shortage Legislation
During the upcoming 2022 legislative session, WSDA will be promoting important legislation aimed at improving the significant workforce shortages of dental hygienists and assistants in our state.
Dec 1, 2021
DQAC Business Meeting – Dec. 10
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Dec. 10 at 8:30 AM.
Nov 2, 2021
Reminder: E-Prescribing Requirement Goes into Effect Jan. 1, 2022
Effective Jan. 1, 2022, all information concerning a prescription for controlled substances Schedule II – Schedule V, or information concerning a refill authorization for controlled substances Schedule III – Schedule V, must be communicated electronically unless one of the authorized exemptions are met, or the health care provider has obtained a waiver from the Department of Health (DOH).
Nov 2, 2021
Reminder: Dec. 1 Water Line Testing Requirement & Upcoming Webinar
Attend a free webinar this Friday, Nov. 5 to help prepare for DQAC's new water line testing requirements taking effect Dec. 1, 2021.
Oct 28, 2021
DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting – Nov. 4
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee meeting on Thursday, Nov. 4.
Oct 15, 2021
DQAC Business Meeting – Oct. 22
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Oct. 22 at 8:30 AM.
Oct 13, 2021
Reminder for Medicaid Providers: New PMP Rule Goes into Effect Oct. 1, 2021
Effective Oct. 1, Medicaid providers will need to check the Washington State Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) prior to prescribing any controlled substance (Schedule II through Schedule IV, not just opioids) to a patient enrolled in an Apple Health Managed Care plan or Fee-for-Service program.
Oct 8, 2021
Employer Standard Occupational Code Reporting
In 2020, the Legislature passed Substitute House Bill 2308, which as of Oct. 1, 2022, will require employers to report the standard occupational classification (SOC) code of workers to the Employment Security Department (ESD).
Oct 6, 2021
Second Expiration Date Extension for Initial Limited Licenses
The Department of Health reports that it will extend the 18-month expiration date for Dental Hygiene Initial Limited Licenses until Sept. 30, 2022.
Oct 5, 2021
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee – Oct. 7
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Oct. 7 at 12:00 PM.
Sep 30, 2021
Reminder: Prepare for Dec. 1 Water Line Testing Requirement
Attend a free webinar from Harris Biomedical to help prepare for DQAC's new water line testing requirements taking effect Dec. 1, 2021.
Sep 29, 2021
Reminder: What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program
The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 and will be funded by a .58 percent premium assessment on employee wages. Learn more about how this program will affect employers, employees and self-employed individuals.
Sep 29, 2021
What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program
The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 and will be funded by a .58 percent premium assessment on employee wages. Learn more about how this program will affect employers, employees and self-employed individuals.
Sep 22, 2021
DQAC EFDA Education Committee Meeting – Sept. 29
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an EFDA Education Committee meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Sep 22, 2021
DQAC Dental Collaboration Committee Meeting – Sept. 30
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Collaboration Committee meeting on Thursday, Sept. 30.
Sep 17, 2021
DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting – Sept. 24
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee meeting on Friday, Sept. 24.
Sep 7, 2021
Regulatory Update – September 2021
Rulemaking is currently in progress to amend the requirements for continuing education, dentist retired active status, and delegation of the COVID-19 vaccination to hygienists.
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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.
