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Jul 30, 2021
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Meet CE Requirements for Dentists at PNDC 2021
Meet infection control, suicide prevention, opioid prescribing, minimal & moderate sedation, and BLS CE requirements for dentists at PNDC 2021, Nov. 11-13 in Seattle.
Jul 29, 2021
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WSDA House of Delegates: Sept. 9-11 in Spokane
The 2021 WSDA House of Delegates, the governing body of the Association, will meet Sept. 9-11 at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane. See current resolutions, delegates, candidates for elected positions and more.
Jul 23, 2021
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State-Appointed Dental Therapy Task Force Meetings Open to Public
A state-appointed dental therapy task force will hold its first meeting, which is open to the public, on Monday, July 26 from 2-4 PM.
Jul 21, 2021
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State Calls on Providers to Continue Work to Boost COVID-19 Vaccination
Last Friday, Gov. Jay Inslee and Secretary of Health Umair A. Shah, MD, MPH announced the Power of Providers (POP) Initiative to continue to encourage all health care providers in the state to reach out and talk to their patients about COVID-19 vaccination.
Jul 19, 2021
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DQAC Business Meeting – July 30
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, July 30 at 8:30 AM.
Jul 19, 2021
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CDC Revises Infection Control Guidance for Dentistry
The CDC has revised infection control guidance for dental offices, removing recommendations that dentists avoid aerosol-generating procedures for all patients and replacing it with language advising that the procedures be avoided only for patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
Jul 15, 2021
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COVID-19 Vaccine Initiative Event with Gov. Inslee for Health Care Providers
Governor Jay Inslee, Secretary of Health Umair A. Shah, and the Washington State Department of Health are inviting all health care providers in the state to a virtual meeting on Friday, July 16 from 7:30-8:00 AM.
Jul 14, 2021
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ADA Releases Updated COVID-19 Dental Office Procedures Emphasizing Need for Hazard Assessments
The American Dental Association's new Update to Office Procedures During COVID-19 provides updated information for dentists to consider as they assess COVID-19 workplace hazards and make decisions that are best for their practices.
Jul 12, 2021
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PPP Forgiveness Deadlines Approaching for Borrowers Who Received First Draw Loans
For dentists who received first draw Paycheck Protection Program loans, the deadline to apply for loan forgiveness could be on the horizon. Depending on when the borrower received the loan and used the funds, the forgiveness period could fall between July and September of this year.
Jul 9, 2021
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Attention Medicaid Providers: New PMP Rule Goes into Effect Oct. 1, 2021
The Health Care Authority (HCA) has filed a permanent rule regarding the SUPPORT Act that will become effective Oct. 1, 2021 and impact all Apple Health (Medicaid) providers who prescribe controlled substances.
Jul 9, 2021
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Changes to Covered Apple Health Dental-related Services
The Health Care Authority (HCA) has announced rule changes to covered Apple Health (Medicaid) dental-related services.
Jul 7, 2021
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Apple Health Reimbursement Rate Increase & Provider Enrollment Resources
On July 1, reimbursement rates for nearly all Apple Health covered services increased by 100%. Learn more about how to enroll as an Apple Health provider and sign up for DentistLink to start receiving referrals for adult Apple Health enrollees.
Jul 6, 2021
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The Small Business Flex Fund Loan Application is Now Live
The Department of Commerce has opened applications for Small Business Flex Fund loans, allowing businesses or nonprofits to apply to borrow up to $150,000 from community lenders at an interest rate between 3% - 4.5%.
Jun 30, 2021
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June 30 Reopening Update for Dental Offices
As health care settings — which are exempted from many of the new reopening and masking guidelines — dental offices are still required to follow enhanced COVID-19 safety and masking requirements.
Jun 30, 2021
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Reminder: What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program
The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 and will be funded by a .58 percent premium assessment on employee wages. Learn more about how this program will affect employers, employees and self-employed individuals.
Jun 29, 2021
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Reunite With the WA Dental Community at PNDC 2021
Reunite with the dental community and celebrate the resiliency of our profession at PNDC 2021, November 11-13 in Seattle. Registration is open now!
Jun 28, 2021
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Part-Time Assignments, Lasting Fulfillment
Locum tenens and other part-time opportunities fill vacancies, provide varied pathways in dentistry.
Jun 28, 2021
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Prepare for Dec. 1 Water Line Testing Requirement with Free Webinars
Attend a free webinar from Harris Biomedical to help prepare for DQAC's new water line testing requirements taking effect Dec. 1, 2021.
Jun 25, 2021
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The Shoreline Community College Dental Hygiene Program at UW Needs Your Support!
Please consider donating in support of the Shoreline Dental Hygiene Program at the UW School of Dentistry. Your contribution will make a difference in educating and graduating more dental hygienists in our state and will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $500,000!
Jun 17, 2021
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OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard Update
On June 10, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) on COVID-19.
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