Apr 10, 2019
Be an Expert Witness for DQAC
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is looking for dentists to serve as contracted expert witnesses.
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Apr 9, 2019
Bill Raising Legal Age to Purchase Tobacco Signed Into Law
Last week, Governor Jay Inslee signed Engrossed House Bill (EHB) 1074, “Tobacco 21,” into law, raising the legal age to purchase tobacco and vapor products from 18 to 21.
Apr 9, 2019
Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran Features Delta Lawsuit
President-elect Dr. Dennis Bradshaw, board member Dr. Todd Irwin and Executive Director Bracken Killpack were recently interviewed about the lawsuit against Delta Dental of Washington on an episode of Howard Farran's "Dentistry Uncensored" podcast.
Apr 5, 2019
Trending Courses at PNDC 2019
With dozens of courses available at Washington's largest dental conference, which will you choose? Here's what our registered attendees have to say!
Apr 4, 2019
An Updated Review on Periodontal Disease Classifications, Treatment Options, Maintenance Strategies
Members up to 10 years out of dental school can register today for the WSDA Academy course "An Updated Review on Periodontal Disease Classifications, Treatment Options, Maintenance Strategies" with Dr. Kevin Suzuki on Saturday, May 18.
Apr 2, 2019
Meet CE Requirements at PNDC 2019: Opioid Prescribing, Suicide Prevention & More
Meet Washington state's opioid prescribing, suicide prevention, minimal sedation or basic life support (BLS) CE requirements at PNDC 2019, held June 20-22 in Bellevue.
Apr 1, 2019
Apply by June 30 for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions
Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.
Mar 29, 2019
Information About Managed Care Dental Sent to Apple Health Clients
Health Care Authority (HCA) has sent letters to all eligible Apple Health clients that managed care dental will be implemented on July 1, 2019.
Mar 27, 2019
Help Wanted: Washington's Hygienist and Assistant Shortage
Dental hygienists and assistants are in short supply, and that’s affecting access to dental services in both public and private dental offices.
Mar 14, 2019
Delta Lawsuit Update & Media Coverage
Last month, three member dentists and WSDA filed a lawsuit against Delta Dental (WDS). Earlier this week, Delta issued a statement to its members about the lawsuit. We thought it was important to clear up some misinformation contained in that statement.
Mar 12, 2019
King 5 News: Lawsuit Accuses Delta Dental of Ignoring Dentists' Concerns
KING 5 News recently spoke with Dr. Todd Irwin, one of three dentists who, along with WSDA, have filed a legal complaint against Delta Dental of Washington.
Mar 11, 2019
Some Dental Clients Now Eligible for Mandibular Advancement Devices with Apple Health
As of January 1, 2019, Apple Health clients who have been under the care of a sleep medicine physician and are not able to use CPAP for treatment of OSA are eligible to have a custom MAD created for the treatment of their OSA.
Mar 8, 2019
Bipartisan Legislation to Reform McCarran-Ferguson Introduced in Congress
The ADA and dentists have been advocating for decades to repeal the 1945 McCarran-Ferguson Act antitrust exemption for the health insurance industry. In February, legislation was introduced in both chambers of Congress and is a win for dentistry.
Feb 28, 2019
Apply for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions
Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.
Feb 27, 2019
WSDA News: Winter 2019
The Winter 2019 issue of the WSDA News is available online!
Feb 25, 2019
WSDA Academy: Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support
Space still remains in our March 19 WSDA Academy Course "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson. Register today!
Feb 19, 2019
Reminder: Register for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training
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.
Feb 15, 2019
Locum Tenens Dentists: Opportunities Abound
The ADA is offering a free webinar on locum tenens dentists – including how to employ one, how to work as one, and how dental plan policies treat them – on Tuesday, February 26.
Feb 15, 2019
Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training
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.
Feb 15, 2019
Register Today for Free Opioid Prescribing CE Course
Register today for Continuing Medical Education's course, "Opioid Prescribing 2019: How Washington State Bill 1427 Will Affect Your Practice," on April 15, 2019.
