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Jan 26, 2021
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Delta Dental Gives $1 Million for Dental Hygiene Training at UW
Delta Dental of Washington has announced a $1 million grant to the University of Washington School of Dentistry to support a partnership between Shoreline Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program and the dental school.
Jan 26, 2021
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DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – Feb. 3
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 12 PM.
Jan 21, 2021
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Dr. Joe Vaughn: It’s What’s Inside That Matters
"Training matters. Competence certainly matters. But I’d argue that what matters even more is your integrity. It’s what drives you to be better, to do the right thing and treat people well."
Jan 20, 2021
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Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act Becomes Law
The Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act, legislation that repeals the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies, became law on Jan. 13.
Jan 19, 2021
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Safe Medication Return Program Now Live
The Department of Health Safe Medication Return program is now live and accepting unwanted and expired medications for disposal.
Jan 15, 2021
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Vaccine Clinics in King & Snohomish Counties
See large vaccine clinic locations currently vaccinating Phase 1A eligible individuals in King and Snohomish counties.
Jan 14, 2021
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Make Your 1A Vaccine Appointment ASAP
DOH and WSDA urge health care workers currently eligible in Phase 1A, which includes all dental office employees, to make their vaccine appointment ASAP to ensure prioritization before those in Phase 1B become eligible.
Jan 13, 2021
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“The Best Thing I’ve Ever Done” — Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Oral Medicine Service
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Oral Medicine Service collaborates with cancer doctors to produce better patient outcomes.
Jan 13, 2021
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DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 22
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Jan. 22 at 8:30 AM.
Jan 13, 2021
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HCA: Revised COVID-19 Testing Clinical Policy
Attention Apple Health (Medicaid) providers: HCA has revised its COVID-19 testing clinical policy.
Jan 11, 2021
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Can a Dental Practice in Washington Mandate its Employees Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations?
WSDA’s outside legal counsel, Studebaker Nault, answers questions regarding whether Washington dental offices can mandate that their staff receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Jan 8, 2021
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Attention King County Dental Offices: Vaccine Clinic This Weekend in Seattle
WSDA has been made aware of a large vaccine clinic planned for this weekend in Seattle by Kelly-Ross Pharmacy Group.
Jan 8, 2021
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2021 Loan Repayment Assistance with Washington Health Corps
2021 provider applications close March 1, 2021, apply now if interested!
Jan 8, 2021
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Vaccine Update: Updated Provider List, Voucher Letter, Employee Mandate Info
As of today, the Department of Health (DOH) has provided two methods for dental teams to verify their Phase 1A status and find a location to receive the vaccine in their area.
Jan 7, 2021
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DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting – Jan. 15
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, Jan. 15 at 3 PM.
Jan 7, 2021
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Reminder: Minimum Wage Increase
As of Jan. 1, 2021 the state minimum wage is $13.69 an hour, up from $13.50 an hour in 2020. The increase in minimum wage impacts salary thresholds for overtime exempt employees.
Jan 6, 2021
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DQAC Special Business Meeting – Jan. 7
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a special business meeting on Thursday, Jan. 7 at 12 PM.
Jan 5, 2021
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Updated Dental Infection Control Rules
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) finalized new Dental Infection Control Rules on Dec. 23, 2020.
Jan 4, 2021
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Complete the HPSA Survey
If you practice as a general dental practitioner or pediatric dentist, please take the Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) survey.
Dec 30, 2020
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Vaccine Update: Dental Team Included in Phase 1A, Tier 2
Today, state authorities updated Phase 1A of Washington's COVID-19 Vaccine Allocation Guidance, adding a second tier to 1A that allows for the vaccination of all workers in health care settings, including the dental team.
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