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Save the Date! PNDC 2024: May 9-11 in Seattle

The Pacific Northwest Dental Conference returns to Seattle May 9-11, 2024. Mark your calendar today!

Understanding the Legal Limits on DSOs in Washington State

Washington state law includes safeguards restricting third parties from interfering with the dentist/patient relationship.

Increase the Efficiency of Insurance Administration – Free Virtual CE on August 16

Members can register now for the upcoming free virtual CE course "Increase the Efficiency of Insurance Administration" on August 16.

Todd Garcia, DDS

General Dentistry | Colville | Associate/Employee – Group Practice | University of Minnesota School of Dentistry

Jessica Emard, DMD

General Dentistry | Seattle | Owner – Private Practice | Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine

Reminder: Nominate a Dentist for WSDA Citizen of the Year by June 30

Do you know a member dentist doing incredible charitable work in their community? Nominate them for WSDA Citizen of the Year by this Friday, June 30!

HCA: Rulemaking Notice for WSR 23-13

Take Action: Urge Your Members of Congress to Support the DOC Access Act

The Dental and Optometric Care Access Act or DOC Access Act would prohibit dental and vision plans from setting the fees network doctors may charge for services not covered by the insurers.

Meeting the Challenge: WSDA's Efforts to Close the Workforce Gap

Closing the dental workforce gap is one of WSDA's top priorities. Learn more about how the Association is approaching the issue, from making it easier for licensed hygienists from other states to begin practicing in Washington, to supporting efforts to create new dental hygiene training programs in our state, to leading a multi-state effort to change CODA accreditation standards to allow expansion of existing programs.

Provider Resources to Support the Military Community

The Department of Health strongly recommends providers share educational materials regarding the nationwide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which also includes a Veterans Crisis Line option, to patients currently or formerly affiliated with the military.

L&I Employer Webinar Resources

The Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has put together a variety of free resources for employers, including an Essentials for Business webinar and Accident Prevention Plan workshop.

Columbia Healthcare Banking: PNDC 2023 Gold Sponsor

Columbia Healthcare Banking is a Gold Sponsor of PNDC 2023. Visit them at Booth #500.

Delta Dental of Washington: PNDC 2023 Community Partner

Delta Dental of Washington is Community Partner of PNDC 2023. Visit them at ​Booth #619.

Washington Dentists' Insurance Agency: PNDC 2023 Title Partner

WDIA is Title Partner of PNDC 2023. Visit them at Booth #600.

Crest + Oral-B: PNDC 2023 Platinum Sponsor

Crest + Oral-B is a Platinum Sponsor of PNDC 2023. Visit them at Booth #524.

Dental Accounting Group: PNDC 2023 Gold Sponsor

Dental Accounting Group is a Gold Sponsor of PNDC 2023. Visit them at Booth #507.

TDIC: PNDC 2023 Platinum Sponsor

TDIC is a Platinum Sponsor of PNDC 2023. Visit them at Booth #600.

Improve the Dental Workforce Pipeline: Contact your Senators Today!

Write your Senators to urge them to support legislation that will address dental workforce issues so that there are enough dentists in underserved areas, your offices are fully staffed, and more patients are able to receive dental care.

Angela Chianglin, DDS

General Dentistry | Seattle | Faculty | University of Washington School of Dentistry

Jill Kinzer, DDS

General Dentistry | Seattle | Owner – Private Practice | University of Washington School of Dentistry