May 16, 2019
Infection Control Rules Status
It has come to the attention of the WSDA that there is some confusion around the current status of the Dental Quality Insurance Commission’s (DQAC) proposed infection control rules.
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May 13, 2019
PNDC 2019 Next Level Speaker Series Winners
The votes are in! Here are the four PNDC 2019 Next Level Speaker Series winners as decided by the WSDA membership.
May 10, 2019
ADA Council on Advocacy for Access and Prevention Hosting Two Upcoming Webinars
Attend “E-cigarettes - What are the Facts Behind All That Vapor?” on May 20 and “The Importance of Oral Health Care for Women during Pregnancy” on May 31.
May 9, 2019
DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting - May 23
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee webinar meeting on May 23.
May 8, 2019
Washington State Oral Health Coalition Seeks Board Members
The Washington State Oral Health Coalition (WSOHC) seeks applicants for its Board of Directors. Interested individuals may nominate themselves or a colleague through May 15.
May 3, 2019
PNDC 2019 Early Bird Deadline EXTENDED Through Monday
The PNDC 2019 early bird deadline has been extended to 11:59 PM on Monday, May 6. Register your team at the early bird price to save $50-$100 per person.
Apr 30, 2019
PNDC 2019 Early Bird Deadline This Friday, May 3
Register your team for Washington's largest dental conference by this Friday, May 3 to save $50-$100 per registration.
Apr 30, 2019
Practical Steps for Managing Your Online Reputation
Facebook. Instagram. Twitter. Yelp. Consumers have their pick when it comes to the number of social media platforms available to crow about outstanding service — or complain when something goes wrong. In today’s multichannel marketing world, what should you do if you or your practice is singled out for a bad review or complaint?
Apr 29, 2019
Important Medicaid Update
The 2019 Legislature has directed the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) to continue to administer the dental Medicaid program through fee-for-service. The HCA may not proceed with a carved-out or carved-in managed care dental option at this time.
Apr 27, 2019
Medicaid Managed Care Provider Trainings
The Health Care Authority, Amerigroup Dental Plan of WA, Delta Dental and MCNA have scheduled multiple provider trainings throughout the state to provide information on the Dental Medicaid Program's transition to managed care.
Apr 26, 2019
WSDA and WDIA Extend Partnership with TDIC
In March, WSDA and WDIA officially extended their partnership with The Dentists Insurance Company (TDIC) for five years through March 2024.
Apr 26, 2019
DQAC Educational Outreach Committee Webinar Meeting - May 2
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, May 2.
Apr 25, 2019
Required CE Courses Offered at PNDC 2019
PNDC 2019 offers members an affordable, convenient way to meet opioid prescribing, suicide prevention, minimal sedation and BLS CE requirements all in one place.
Apr 25, 2019
Reminder: Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training in Wenatchee on May 3
Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.
Apr 24, 2019
Panel Discussion with Medicaid Contracted Providers, HCA & Managed Care Dental Plans
The Kitsap County Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) program is sponsoring an open panel discussion with Medicaid contracted dental providers, Health Care Authority (HCA) and the three Medicaid Managed Care Dental Plans in Bremerton on Thursday, May 2.
Apr 23, 2019
Recent Opioid News from the ADA
Read recent opioid-related news from the American Dental Association.
Apr 23, 2019
WSDA News | Spring 2019
The Spring Issue of the WSDA News is available online today! Read cover story "Changing Direction: How Delta Dental Went From WSDA Startup to Billion-Dollar Company."
Apr 22, 2019
DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting - Feb. 1
Please consider attending the DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee meeting on Friday, February 1.
Apr 22, 2019
Proposed Rule Amendments for Delegation of Duties to Hygienists
DQAC is proposing rule amendments that update the listing of allowable duties a dentist may delegate to a licensed dental hygienist under general supervision. Please provide written comments or attend a public hearing on March 1.
Apr 22, 2019
Reminder: Proposed Rule Amendments for Delegation of Duties to Hygienists
DQAC is proposing rule amendments that update the listing of allowable duties a dentist may delegate to a licensed dental hygienist under general supervision. Please provide written comments or attend a public hearing on March 1.
