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."
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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.
