Jun 24, 2020
E-Prescribing Requirement Delayed
The Washington state Secretary of Health has issued a nine-month waiver from complying with the electronic prescribing requirements of RCW 69.50.312 (1).
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Jun 24, 2020
Governor Inslee Issued Proclamation 20-59 Temporary Practice Permit
On Friday, June 19, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 20-59, relating to temporary practice permits for recent graduates entering the dental, pharmacy and dental hygienist professions.
Jun 23, 2020
WSDA Secures N95 & Surgical Masks for WA Dentists
WSDA is excited to announce that we have secured 340,000 NIOSH-approved N95 masks and 560,000 surgical masks for Washington dentists.
Jun 22, 2020
Training and Resources for CARES Act Provider Relief Funding
An update from the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) on training and resources for applying for Cares Act Provider Relief Funding.
Jun 22, 2020
DOSH Respirator Requirement Update & Fit Test Resources
Updates regarding DOSH Directives 11.80 and 1.70, plus information and resources to help members comply with the current DOSH requirements.
Jun 22, 2020
WSDA Board Anti-Discrimination Statement
Our dental community is comprised of people from all backgrounds and walks of life — this diversity makes us stronger and more capable of providing optimal oral health care to all patients.
Jun 18, 2020
ADA Accelerator Series Webinar - June 25
Save the date for the next ADA Accelerator Webinar Series session, “Preparing for Pregnancy: Managing your Business and Your Health” on June 25.
Jun 18, 2020
Updated CDC Dental Guidelines
CDC has updated its Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response.
Jun 18, 2020
Department of Health and Human Services Finalizes Section 1557 Regulations
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has amended the final rule on Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.
Jun 17, 2020
Raise the Bar: A Message from D-MMEX Easyrefine
A special offer on precious metal refining for WSDA members from WSDA-endorsed D-MMEX Easyrefine.
Jun 15, 2020
2020 Legislative Session Summary
Washington's legislative session adjourned on March 12, 2020. Read a summary of issues from this session that could affect you, your patients, and your practice.
Jun 12, 2020
Employment Security Department Emergency Rules Update
An employer will not be charged for the first week of unemployment benefits while the Governor has waived the waiting week requirement.
Jun 11, 2020
Updated ADA Toolkit, Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Application, County PPE Requests
COVID-19 Updates: Updated ADA Return to Work Interim Guidance Toolkit, Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Distribution Portal now open, request PPE from your local health jurisdiction and more.
Jun 11, 2020
Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Distribution Portal Now Open
Eligible Medicaid and CHIP providers can now apply for the Medicaid Targeted Distribution portion of the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund through the Enhanced Provider Portal.
Jun 10, 2020
HHS Announces Provider Relief Fund Distribution
HHS announced today that eligible Medicaid and CHIP providers can report their annual patient revenue, which will be used as a factor in determining their Provider Relief Fund payment.
Jun 9, 2020
HHS Provider Relief & PPP Funding
COVID-19 Updates: HHS announces Provider Relief Fund distribution, June 30 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan deadline.
Jun 5, 2020
Paid Family and Medical Leave Update
Learn about updates to the Paid Family and Medical Leave program clarifying employee waiting periods, conditional waivers and supplemental benefits.
Jun 5, 2020
DQAC Update - Dentist Licensure Clinical Examinations
An update on dentist licensure clinical examinations following the June 5 Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) business meeting.
Jun 4, 2020
PPP Flexibility Act Passes Congress
Congress has passed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, which will provide increased flexibility for borrowers who have received or will receive PPP loans.
Jun 4, 2020
Department of Labor & Industries eLearning Tool
L&I recently released an eLearning tool that explains Washington's new overtime rules.
Jun 4, 2020
DQAC Business Meeting - June 5
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting on Friday, June 5 at 8:30 AM.
Jun 4, 2020
DQAC Meeting Friday, KN95 Masks Still Available & Additional Resources
DQAC meeting this Friday, KN95 masks still available for Washington dentists, upcoming ADA webinars and other updates.
Jun 4, 2020
Provider Credentialing Update
Starting June 11, 2020, providers will be required to submit credentialing applications to a single credentialing database, ProviderSource.
Jun 3, 2020
Requirements for All Employers Under the Updated Safe Start Plan
On May 29, Gov. Inslee issued a new Safe Start proclamation to continue the phased approach toward recovery that includes requirements for all WA employers.
May 29, 2020
Delta Announces Additional Practice Support, PPE Survey, COVID-19 Testing, KN95s Available
COVID-19 Updates: Delta announces additional practice support, WSDA's PPE survey, WSDA & UWSoD advocate to allow dentists to provide COVID-19 testing & more.
May 29, 2020
WSDA Secures Additional FDA-Approved KN95 Masks for Washington Dentists
We have secured a second wave of 150,000 FDA-approved KN95 masks from the Washington State Emergency Management Division. Available while supplies last — order online now.
May 27, 2020
WSDA Secures KN95 & Surgical Masks for WA Dentists
Every actively practicing licensed dentist in Washington is eligible to receive one bag of 50 masks (half KN95, half surgical) at no cost.
May 21, 2020
DQAC Update - Dentist Clinical Examinations
An update from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) on dentist clinical examinations.
May 20, 2020
Summary of Non-Urgent Care Requirements, DOSH Directive & Delta Interim Policies
COVID-19 Updates: Summary of requirements for return to providing non-urgent care, DOSH directive & fit tests, Delta interim policies/guidelines.
May 18, 2020
Governor Announces Non-Urgent Dental Care May Resume
Governor Inslee announced that non-urgent dental and medical care could resume, provided the criteria laid out in Proclamation 20-24.1 are met.
May 15, 2020
Non-Urgent Dental Care to Resume Monday at Noon
It is anticipated that non-urgent dental care can resume at noon on Monday, May 18.
May 14, 2020
New Legislation to Strengthen ABCD Program Takes Effect June 11
WSDA was pleased to support two pieces of legislation that were signed into law this year to strengthen the Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) program.
May 14, 2020
May 15 DQAC Meeting Canceled
The DQAC meeting scheduled for Friday, May 15 has been canceled. Please read this message from the Commission explaining the reason for the cancellation.
May 13, 2020
AIDS Education & Training Update
As of June 11, 2020, HIV/AIDS education and training for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and EFDAs will no longer be required.
May 13, 2020
Reopening Dentistry, PPE Supplies, DQAC Meeting & ADA Resources
COVID-19 Updates: Reopening dentistry, PPE supplies, DQAC meeting this Friday and a reminder about ADA resources.
May 13, 2020
DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 15
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission will hold a special business meeting on Friday, May 15.
May 12, 2020
Delta Dental of Washington & WSDA Form COVID-19 Collaboration
WSDA and DDWA have formed a COVID-19 collaboration to address several immediate and medium-term issues related to fully reactivating the dental care delivery system in our state.
May 8, 2020
Updated Back to Work Toolkit & DQAC Meeting Postponed
COVID-19 Updates: WSDA invited by Governor to participate in healthcare reactivation discussions, updated Return to Work Interim Guidance Toolkit, May 8 DQAC meeting postponed.
May 8, 2020
Update: DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 8
For those who tried to access the Dental Quality Assurance Commission’s special business meeting on May 8, 2020, please know the meeting was rescheduled upon its start.
May 8, 2020
Apple Health (Medicaid) Provider Webinar - May 13
The HCA is offering the webinar "Billing During the COVID-19 Pandemic" for Apple Health (Medicaid) dental providers on Wednesday, May 13.
May 8, 2020
Update on PMP System Upgrade
The Department of Health went live with an updated version of the Prescription Monitoring Program on May 5.
May 7, 2020
PMP Integration Requirement Delayed
The Washington State Department of Health has issued a nine-month waiver from demonstrating EHR integration with the PMP due to COVID-19.
May 7, 2020
DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 8
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a special business meeting on Friday, May 8.
May 7, 2020
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - May 14
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, May 14.
May 6, 2020
ADA's Call to Action
Yesterday, the ADA launched a campaign to urge Congress to further address dentistry in the next round of COVID-19 relief legislation.
May 5, 2020
WSDA Requests Insurance Modifications & PPP Funding Still Available
COVID-19 Updates: WSDA sends letter to OIC requesting insurance modifications, PPP funding still available.
May 4, 2020
Understanding Reopening Dentistry in Washington
Further clarification on dental care that can currently be provided in our state, the date upon which elective care may resume, and whether the Governor’s extended stay-at-home order and “Safe Start” plan announcement impact dentistry.
May 1, 2020
Regarding Governor Inslee’s “Phased Approach” Announcement
According to the Governor’s Office, today’s "phased approach" announcement does not change Proclamation 20-24.
May 1, 2020
COVID-19 Interpretive Statement Guidance
Guidance on Gov. Inslee's April 29 COVID-19 Interpretive Statement.
Apr 30, 2020
Respiratory Protection Webinar, Workforce Survey
COVID-19 Updates: ADA on-demand respiratory protection webinar, Washington Health Workforce Sentinel Network survey and more.
