Dec 12, 2018
Action for Dental Health Act is Now Law
The Action for Dental Health Act, legislation aimed at improving oral health and access to oral health care, is now law.
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Dec 11, 2018
Members-Only Holiday Deals from Lenovo
Members can save up to 44% on laptops, smart home displays and more this holiday season through Lenovo.
Dec 10, 2018
ADA 10 Under 10 Award
The ADA 10 Under 10 Award recognizes ten new dentists for excellence in science, research and education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership, advocacy and more. Nominate a new dentist by December 31!
Dec 7, 2018
Proposed Changes to Overtime Eligibility
The Department of Labor and Industries has proposed new changes to overtime eligibility. Submit comments on the pre-draft proposed rule by December 14.
Dec 6, 2018
Give the Gift of Dental Health
Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.
Dec 4, 2018
Delta Special Meeting Certified Results
Certified results have been released and we are pleased to report that the bylaw amendments and resolution officially passed with nearly 96% of the vote.
Dec 4, 2018
DQAC Rules Needing Comment
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is considering rule changes that could have a significant impact on your practice.
Dec 4, 2018
Paid Sick Leave vs. Paid Family & Medical Leave: What's the Difference?
Learn the difference between Washington's Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family and Medical Leave programs.
Dec 3, 2018
Renew Your Membership by Jan. 1
Please renew your ADA, WSDA and local dental society membership for 2019 by January 1.
Nov 29, 2018
WSDA-Introduced Dental Benefits Resolution Passes at ADA House of Delegates
The ADA House of Delegates approved a resolution, introduced by the WSDA, relating to dental benefits that seeks to “minimize interference of dental benefit carriers into the doctor-patient relationship.”
Nov 20, 2018
Reminder: Dec. 7 Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.
Nov 20, 2018
Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing - Dec. 7
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.
Nov 16, 2018
Additional Complaint Filed Against Corporate Dental Chain
The WSDA has filed a complaint with the Washington State Department of Health, alleging dental clinics operated by Lone Peak Management Group, LLC (Lone Peak) are engaging in dangerous and deceptive practices.
Nov 16, 2018
Delta Special Meeting Results
Thank you to the hundreds of member dentists from around the state who attended the Delta Special Meeting yesterday afternoon and the hundreds more who voted by proxy! Preliminary results indicate the bylaw amendments passed with 95% of the vote.
Nov 14, 2018
Delta Special Meeting: How to Vote If You Didn't Get a Proxy Ballot
Don't have your proxy ballot or having difficulty replacing it? Download a blank proxy ballot here.
Nov 13, 2018
Reminder: Apply for the WSDA Leadership Institute by Nov. 30
Are you looking for more ways to get involved in organized dentistry? Apply to join the WSDA Leadership Institute! Applications are due November 30.
Nov 8, 2018
DQAC Seeking Stakeholder Comments
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is seeking stakeholder comments on proposed rules regarding delegation to dental hygienists under general supervision and dental infection control.
Nov 8, 2018
Delta Special Meeting Next Week
The Delta Special Meeting is happening next Thursday, November 15 at 3 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. If you can't attend, make sure to fill out your proxy ballot ASAP.
Nov 7, 2018
Rep. Michelle Caldier Wins Re-Election Campaign
Congratulations to WSDA member Rep. Michelle Caldier for winning re-election to the Washington State House of Representatives for a third consecutive term!
Nov 6, 2018
Paid Family & Medical Leave Employer Toolkit
An employer toolkit is now available from the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) for information on how to implement requirements for Washington's new Paid Family and Medical Leave Program.
