Oct 9, 2019
State Board of Health Passes Emergency Ban on Flavored Vapor Products
WA State Board of Health passes emergency rule banning sale of flavored vapor products or any products used to create a flavored vapor product.
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Oct 3, 2019
Reminder: What You Should Know About the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program
Open enrollment for the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) program runs October 1 through November 15.
Oct 3, 2019
What You Should Know About the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) Program
Help your patients who are school employees understand how the SEBB Program will affect their dental coverage with an informational handout from WSDA.
Oct 2, 2019
2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw
In the office, at home, and in the community, it's all about commitment. Learn more about 2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw.
Oct 2, 2019
2019 House of Delegates Election & Resolution Results
Elected position and resolution results from the 2019 WSDA House of Delegates.
Oct 2, 2019
From the DOH: Clarification of Opioid Prescribing Rules
Read a letter from the Department of Health clarifying opioid prescribing rules.
Oct 1, 2019
Survey: Antibiotic Prescribing Practices & Attitudes Among Dentists in WA State
The DOH is conducting a survey of practicing dentists in WA to learn what support for antibiotic stewardship exists in dental clinics.
Sep 25, 2019
HRSA Awards $85M to Expand Access to Oral Health Services
HRSA recently awarded $85.3 million to expand oral health service capacity in government-funded health centers. Six grantees are in WA state.
Sep 25, 2019
Educational Symposium: Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection
Educational symposium "Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection: Science and Evidence to Support Water Management Programs" on Oct. 30.
Sep 24, 2019
Looking Back? No, Looking Forward!
Dr. Chris Delecki reflects on his term as WSDA President.
Sep 24, 2019
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - 10/4
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Friday, October 4 at 11 AM.
Sep 23, 2019
Apple Health Dental Provider Webinar - 10/4
HCA invites providers to a 10/4 webinar to provide feedback for a legislative report that will explore options to improve access for Medicaid clients.
Sep 19, 2019
Paid Family & Medical Leave Update
The Employment Security Department (ESD) updated its Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Employer Toolkit and launched Phase Six rulemaking.
Sep 18, 2019
WSDA Partners with TDSC
WSDA has partnered with The Dentists Supply Company (TDSC) to offer members a new way to shop for dental supplies.
Sep 16, 2019
Reminder: New Legislation Takes Effect Oct. 1
Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1198, concerning health provider misconduct, takes effect October 1, 2019.
Sep 10, 2019
Securing the Future of Your Practice
Join Practice Management Associates & Columbia Bank for CE course "Securing the Future of your Practice" Sept. 27 in Snoqualmie or Oct. 11 in Spokane.
Sep 6, 2019
ADA Member Resource: Understanding PPO Agreements
Understand what to look for before signing a participating dentist agreement and learn what different contract clauses mean with these ADA resources.
Sep 4, 2019
Voice Your Concerns with Board of Denturists' Interpretation
The Board of Denturists has determined a denturist in WA may place an implant prefabricated abutment. Submit comments by October 7.
Sep 4, 2019
DQAC Meetings - Sept. 13
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting & Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, September 13 in Spokane.
Aug 29, 2019
Association Resolutions & Candidates for Elected Positions
The WSDA House of Delegates will meet September 26-28 in Spokane to vote on resolutions and hold elections for the coming year.
Aug 29, 2019
DQAC Seeks Feedback on Proposed Opioid Prescribing Patient Notification Rule Language
DQAC is seeking feedback on proposed rule language to amend WAC 246-817-907 – Patient notification, secure storage, and disposal.
Aug 28, 2019
Reminder: Paid Family & Medical Leave Reporting Due Aug. 31
Paid Family & Medical Leave Program reporting for quarters 1 and 2 is due by August 31.
Aug 27, 2019
Raise the Bar On Your Precious Metal Refining with D-MMEX EasyRefine
Gold rates are climbing to $1,500 per ounce. Now is the time to turn scrap metal (crowns, bridgework, silver alloy powder, and more) into cash!
Aug 26, 2019
Dr. Robin Henderson Named Finalist for ADA Design Innovation Awards
WSDA member Dr. Robin Henderson’s Clarkston dental practice was recently named a finalist for the ADA's inagural Design Innovation Awards.
Aug 23, 2019
WSDA News | Summer 2019
The Summer 2019 issue of the WSDA News – featuring 2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw, virtual dentistry and more – is now available.
Aug 23, 2019
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - Sept. 5
DQAC will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, September 5 at 12 PM.
Aug 21, 2019
Reminder: New & Emerging Speaker Series Applications Due Friday
Applications are due by this Friday, August 23 for the New & Emerging Speaker Series, which gives WSDA members the chance to present at PNDC 2020.
Aug 15, 2019
DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting - Aug. 28
DQAC will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee webinar meeting on August 28.
Aug 14, 2019
ADA Webinar - Self-Funded (ERISA) Dental Plans: What You Need to Know
This webinar will discuss the differences between self-funded and fully insured plans, why employers self-fund dental plans, and related questions.
Aug 13, 2019
Department of Health Scam Alert
The DOH recently alerted providers about a scam in which scam artists are calling clinics and offices posing as government officials.
Aug 12, 2019
DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting - Aug. 19
The DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee will finalize proposed dental infection control rule language during a meeting on Monday, August 19.
Aug 12, 2019
Reminder: Changes to the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act
The new law renders it unlawful for employers, of all sizes, to request a job applicant’s wage or salary history, with few exceptions.
Aug 7, 2019
Spread the Word About Impaired Driving From Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs
The DOH and DQAC are encouraging dentists to consult with patients about the driving risks associated with prescription and nonprescription drugs.
Aug 7, 2019
DQAC Seeks Feedback on Proposed Infection Control Rules
DQAC is seeking feedback on proposed rule language to dental infection rules
Aug 6, 2019
Prescription Monitoring Program Upgrade
The Department of Health recently released information regarding a technology upgrade to the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).
Aug 5, 2019
ADA On-Demand Webinar: Legal Updates for Dental Practitioners
ADA webinar covers what you can do to help avoid malpractice claims or dental board disciplinary actions.
Aug 4, 2019
Volunteer with Special Smiles at Special Olympics WA Summer State Games
Volunteers are needed for Special Olympics WA Special Smiles screenings on Saturday, August 17 in Everett.
Jul 31, 2019
Apply to Speak at PNDC 2020
Applications are now being accepted for the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2020.
Jul 30, 2019
ADA On-Demand Webinar - Contracts and Processing Policies: Impact on Your Revenue
ADA webinar covers common contractual clauses within third-party payer contracts and their potential financial implications on a dental practice.
Jul 30, 2019
ADA News: Dental Laboratory Accountability Bill Signed Into Law in Washington State
ADA News recently covered the passage of HB 1177, which requires dental laboratories doing business in Washington to register with the DOH.
Jul 29, 2019
DQAC Seeks Feedback on Opioid Prescribing Patient Notification Rules
DQAC seeks feedback on proposed rules establishing additional opioid prescribing patient notification requirements.
Jul 26, 2019
DQAC Newsletter - July 2019
The latest issue of the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Newsletter is now available to read online.
Jul 25, 2019
ADA Files Complaint about SmileDirectClub with Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Protection
On June 27, the ADA sent a complaint letter to the FTC citing several practices of SmileDirectClub that the ADA believes to be deceptive.
Jul 19, 2019
Reminder: Proposed Overtime Rule Change
Last month, the Department of Labor and Industries filed a proposed rule that would update Washington's overtime regulations.
Jul 16, 2019
DQAC Meeting - July 26
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, July 26.
Jul 16, 2019
ADA Webinar: Claims Submission in the Eyes of a Dental Consultant – Session II
Ever wonder why a claim was denied or the dental plan consultant asked for more documentation? Join the ADA and a consultant from a major dental plan to learn more during this free webinar on July 23.
Jul 10, 2019
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - July 19
DQAC will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Friday, July 19.
Jul 9, 2019
Upcoming Opioid Webinars from ADA
The ADA is offering two upcoming webinars, "Pain and Patient Expectations: Using Motivational Interviewing to Promote Best Practices" on July 17 and "Emergency Department Referral Model In Action: Addressing Dental Access, Opioid Prevention and Pain Management" on August 6.
Jul 8, 2019
Reminder: New Legislation Takes Effect this Month
Legislation regarding the Paid Family and Medical Leave program, wage and salary information, medical debt, healthcare whistleblowers, and dental laboratories goes into effect on July 28.
Jul 5, 2019
Measles FAQs for Dental Professionals
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Oral Health has created a new measles FAQ page for dental healthcare professionals.
