Blog

Jun 24, 2019

Forged Prescriptions in Community Pharmacies

The Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission recently became aware that a group of individuals are targeting community pharmacies in Washington to obtain large amounts of oxycodone and other controlled substances through the use of forged prescriptions.

Jun 17, 2019

Meet PNDC 2019 Gold Sponsor: Lighthouse

Lighthouse is a Gold Sponsor of the 2019 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 20-22 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 111.

Jun 17, 2019

Meet PNDC 2019 Title Partner: WDIA

WDIA is ​the Title Partner of the 2019 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 20-22 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 119.

Jun 17, 2019

Meet PNDC 2019 Platinum Sponsor: TDIC

TDIC is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2019 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 20-22 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 218.

Jun 17, 2019

Meet PNDC 2019 Platinum Sponsor: Omni Practice Group

Omni Practice Group is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2019 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 20-22 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 604.

Jun 17, 2019

Understanding Opioid Use Disorder: Supportive Strategies for Prevention and Long-Term Recovery

Register today for the Understanding Opioid Use Disorder Conference, held in Spokane on Saturday, June 22.

Jun 14, 2019

Download the PNDC App!

Coming to the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference? The PNDC App is now available to download.

Jun 14, 2019

DQAC Dental Jurisprudence Examination Committee Meeting - June 28

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Jurisprudence Examination Committee webinar meeting on Friday, June 28.

Jun 12, 2019

Washington State Department of Health Expands Prescription Monitoring Program Data Sharing

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) will now share Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) data with nearly all states and the Department of Defense.

Jun 5, 2019

Get Hands-On CE with PNDC 2019 Workshops

Hands-on workshops on oral surgery, posterior composites, endodontics, ultrasonic debridement, basic life support and more!

Jun 4, 2019

DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting - June 17

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee webinar meeting on June 17.

Jun 3, 2019

Reminder: Citizen of the Year Nominations Due This Friday

Do you know a member dentist doing incredible charitable work in their community? Nominate them for WSDA Citizen of the Year! Nominations are due this Friday, June 7.

Jun 3, 2019

2019 Legislative Session Summary

The 2019 Legislative Session adjourned on Sunday, April 28. Read a summary of issues from this session that could potentially impact you, your patients, and your practice.

Jun 3, 2019

Contracts and Processing Policies: Impact on Your Revenue - Free Webinar from ADA

This webinar will discuss common contractual clauses within third-party payer contracts and their potential financial implications on a dental practice, including most favored nation, affiliate carrier, recoupment clauses and more.

May 30, 2019

Help a Veteran & Make a Difference in Their Life!

WSDA President Dr. Christopher Delecki encourages members to get involved with Dental Lifeline Network's Donated Dental Services Program.

May 29, 2019

Board of Denturists Meeting - June 13

The Board of Denturists will hold its next meeting on Thursday, June 13 at 10 AM.

May 28, 2019

DQAC Meetings - June 7

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting, Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting, and Dental Infection Control Committee meeting on Friday, June 7.

May 24, 2019

New Lectures Added to PNDC 2019 Lineup

We've added several new lectures to the PNDC 2019 lineup, including a Thursday suicide prevention lecture, Next Level Speaker Series lectures featuring WSDA member speakers, and a risk management course.

May 22, 2019

HCA Update: Managed Care Dental Activities are Cancelled

The Health Care Authority (HCA), as directed by the Washington State Legislature, is cancelling the implementation of managed care dental.

May 17, 2019

DQAC Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Education Committee Meeting - May 29

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary Education Committee webinar meeting on May 29.