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Jan 11, 2019
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Opioid Prescribing Rules for Dentists
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission recently adopted a series of changes and new sections to existing rules that establish requirements and standards for prescribing opioids. The adopted rules go into effect January 26, 2019.
Jan 10, 2019
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Jan. 18 DQAC Meetings
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its business meeting and a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, January 18.
Jan 9, 2019
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Paid Family & Medical Leave Program Requirements Started Jan. 1
Employer requirements for Washington's Paid Family & Medical Leave Program went into effect on January 1, 2019.
Jan 9, 2019
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DBIC and NORDIC Receive Final Approval to Merge with TDIC
Dentists Benefits Insurance Company (DBIC) and Northwest Dentists Insurance Company (NORDIC) merged with, and into, their parent company, TDIC, effective Jan. 1, 2019, after final regulatory approval.
Jan 7, 2019
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Updated Apple Health Billing Guides
Attention Medicaid Providers: The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently published updates to its Dental-Related Services Program Billing Guide and Orthodontic Services Billing Guide.
Jan 3, 2019
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Delta Board Vetoes Most Bylaw Amendments
We recently learned that the WDS Board has chosen to veto most bylaw amendments passed at the Special Meeting on November 15, 2018.
Dec 21, 2018
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WSDA Office Closed for the Holidays
The WSDA office is closed through January 1, 2019. We will reopen at 8:30 AM on January 2. Happy holidays!
Dec 20, 2018
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Senate Introduces Bill to Amend McCarran-Ferguson Act
Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Dec. 19 to amend the McCarran-Ferguson Act, which would authorize the Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department to enforce federal antitrust laws against health insurance companies.
Dec 20, 2018
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DQAC to Accept 2018 CE Following WSDA Request
DQAC will now accept CE earned after a dentist’s birthday in 2018 through December 31, 2018 to count toward the new three-year reporting period that ends in 2022.
Dec 18, 2018
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Free Infection Prevention Assessment
Spokane Regional Health District, Clark County Public Health and Washington State Department of Health are partnering to assess infection prevention in dental clinics throughout the state.
Dec 14, 2018
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Reminder: Paid Family & Medical Leave Requirements Start Jan. 1
Employers will need to offer paid family and medical leave starting January 1, 2020. Prepare your office for requirements that will begin to take effect January 1, 2019.
Dec 13, 2018
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Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 21
Dental Action Day 2019 will be held on Thursday, January 31. Register by Monday, January 21!
Dec 12, 2018
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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.
Dec 11, 2018
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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
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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 8, 2018
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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 7, 2018
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Give the Gift of Dental Health
Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.
Dec 5, 2018
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DQAC Newsletter
The November 2018 DQAC Newsletter is available to read online.
Dec 4, 2018
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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 4, 2018
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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.
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