Feb 24, 2021
Pierce County Dental Society Seeks Executive Director
The Pierce County Dental Society is currently accepting applications for its Executive Director position.
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Feb 23, 2021
Practice Location Map for Dentists
Find your ideal dental practice location with the ADA’s Practice Location Map.
Feb 18, 2021
PNDC 2021 Rescheduled to November 11-13 in Seattle
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, WSDA has decided to reschedule PNDC 2021 to November 11-13 in Seattle.
Feb 8, 2021
COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Relief
On Feb. 8, Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5061, a bill that will bring much needed unemployment insurance relief to both employers and employees in Washington state.
Feb 5, 2021
Reminder: Complete the HPSA Survey
If you practice as a general dental practitioner or pediatric dentist, please take the Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) survey.
Feb 4, 2021
Data Security Breach Affects Information from 1.6 Million Unemployment Claims
On Feb. 1, the Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO) announced a data security breach that may have exposed Washingtonians' personal information.
Feb 4, 2021
Apple Health Provider Alert: Update to CDT Code D9992
Effective for dates of service on and after March 1, 2021, the Health Care Authority (HCA) will no longer pay for CDT code D9992, triage and care coordination over the telephone.
Feb 2, 2021
Apply Now for Second Draw PPP Loan
Second draw Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans are now available for small businesses that have already received a PPP loan.
Jan 29, 2021
Apply to Serve on the Dental Quality Assurance Commission
The Department of Health is currently accepting applications for dentist, expanded function dental auxiliary, and public member vacancies on the Dental Quality Assurance Commission. Apply by March 30!
Jan 28, 2021
Dental Infection Control Rules Update
New Dental Infection Control Rules went into effect on Jan. 23, 2021. Learn more about the new rules and see resources for WSDA members.
Jan 27, 2021
WSDA & Delta Launch Coordinated Effort to Support Dental Hygienist Training at UWSOD
This coordinated investment to expand hygienist education at UWSOD is a significant step in addressing the critical shortage of dental hygienists in Washington.
Jan 26, 2021
Delta Dental Gives $1 Million for Dental Hygiene Training at UW
Delta Dental of Washington has announced a $1 million grant to the University of Washington School of Dentistry to support a partnership between Shoreline Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program and the dental school.
Jan 25, 2021
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – Feb. 3
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 12 PM.
Jan 21, 2021
Dr. Joe Vaughn: It’s What’s Inside That Matters
"Training matters. Competence certainly matters. But I’d argue that what matters even more is your integrity. It’s what drives you to be better, to do the right thing and treat people well."
Jan 20, 2021
Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act Becomes Law
The Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act, legislation that repeals the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies, became law on Jan. 13.
Jan 19, 2021
Safe Medication Return Program Now Live
The Department of Health Safe Medication Return program is now live and accepting unwanted and expired medications for disposal.
Jan 15, 2021
Vaccine Clinics in King & Snohomish Counties
See large vaccine clinic locations currently vaccinating Phase 1A eligible individuals in King and Snohomish counties.
Jan 14, 2021
Make Your 1A Vaccine Appointment ASAP
DOH and WSDA urge health care workers currently eligible in Phase 1A, which includes all dental office employees, to make their vaccine appointment ASAP to ensure prioritization before those in Phase 1B become eligible.
Jan 13, 2021
“The Best Thing I’ve Ever Done” — Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Oral Medicine Service
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Oral Medicine Service collaborates with cancer doctors to produce better patient outcomes.
Jan 12, 2021
DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 22
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Jan. 22 at 8:30 AM.
