Jul 29, 2020
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - July 30
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach webinar meeting on Thursday, July 30.
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Jul 29, 2020
Qualitative Respirator Fit Testing & Other Upcoming Webinars from ERNWest
Mark your calendar for upcoming safety webinars from ERNWest, WSDA's partner in administering the WSDA Retro program.
Jul 28, 2020
More Dentists Now Eligible for CARES Act Provider Relief Fund
Dentists who may not have previously been eligible, including those who may not bill Medicare or Medicaid, can apply to receive funds through the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund through July 24.
Jul 28, 2020
ADA Shares Updates from HHS on Provider Relief Fund
Yesterday, the ADA emailed members to clarify concerns about applying for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Provider Relief Fund.
Jul 28, 2020
Webinar: Updates on Provider Relief Fund, SBA Loans, Labor Issues, and Congressional Action
Join the ADA on Tuesday, July 28 for the webinar "Updates on Provider Relief Fund, SBA Loans, Labor Issues, and Congressional Action."
Jul 28, 2020
Provider Relief Fund Updates & Opportunity to Offset Benefit Charges
COVID-19 Updates: ADA clarifies balance billing and reporting requirement concerns for HHS Provider Relief Fund, upcoming opportunity to offset benefit charges.
Jul 23, 2020
Attention Employer Dentists: Opportunity to Offset Benefit Charges
Taxable employers will soon be able to submit an application to offset their benefit charges from the first two quarters of 2020, which might reduce their 2021 tax rate.
Jul 23, 2020
Reminder: Amalgam Separator Update
While amalgam separators are already required in all dental offices in WA that use mercury-containing amalgams, dental offices must submit a new one-time compliance report by Oct. 12, 2020.
Jul 21, 2020
Additional Masks Available & Provider Relief Funding Deadline Extended
COVID-19 Updates: WSDA members now eligible to order two additional PPE kits, deadline to apply for Provider Relief Fund extended to Aug. 3.
Jul 15, 2020
DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting - July 23
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, July 23.
Jul 8, 2020
DQAC Business Meeting - July 17
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting on Friday, July 17 at 8:30 AM.
Jul 7, 2020
Small Business Requirements and Resources COVID-19 Impact Webinar
Attend a webinar covering some of the state responses, resources, and other impacts affecting small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jul 7, 2020
Additional Amalgam Separator Requirements
Under a federal rule adopted by the EPA in 2017, many dental practices will need an installed amalgam separator by July 14, 2020.
Jul 7, 2020
Reminder: New Face Covering Requirements Effective July 7
Beginning July 7, businesses will not be able to serve customers or visitors who aren’t wearing face coverings.
Jun 26, 2020
ADA Webinar: Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO
Join the ADA on Friday, July 10 for the webinar "Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO."
Jun 26, 2020
Medicaid & CHIP Provider Relief Fund
This month, HHS added Medicaid and CHIP providers to the groups eligible to receive funding through the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund. Apply by July 20.
Jun 26, 2020
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - June 30
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Tuesday, June 30.
Jun 25, 2020
DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting - July 8
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee webinar meeting on Wednesday, July 8.
Jun 25, 2020
Statewide Face Covering Order Goes Into Effect Friday
Beginning Friday, June 26, the use of face coverings in any indoor or outdoor public setting is required in the state of Washington.
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).
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.
