Jul 25, 2022
DQAC Business Meeting - July 29
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, July 29.
News Items
Jul 21, 2022
General Dentistry | Issaquah | Owner – Private Practice | University of Washington School of Dentistry
Jul 21, 2022
Periodontics | Federal Way | Owner – Private Practice | University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Jul 20, 2022
Invitation to Submit Third Party Comments for Seattle Central College’s Dental Assisting and Hygiene Programs CODA Site Visit
The Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) will conduct a site visit of Seattle Central College’s dental assisting and hygiene programs on November 8-10, 2022, and, following the standard CODA accreditation process, will consider the program for approval at the CODA January-February Winter meeting. Seattle Central College is calling for third party comments from interested parties on their dental assisting and hygiene programs.
Jul 18, 2022
Reminder: Quarterly Job Title Reporting Requirement
As a reminder, beginning with 2022 fourth quarter unemployment insurance tax reports, employers must include Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes and could face a penalty for incorrect or incomplete reporting.
Jul 14, 2022
General Dentistry | Arlington | Owner – Private Practice | University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Jul 13, 2022
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Classifying the Relationship Between Dentist & Dental Practice
A common question dental practices confront is whether to classify workers as independent contractors or employees. Learn more about several factors for dental practices to consider in determining whether to employ or engage dentists as independent contractors.
Jul 11, 2022
Reminder: Dental Laboratory Registration Renewal
As a reminder, in order to remain compliant with RCW 70.352.060, all dental laboratories operating in Washington that provide services for outside dental offices must renew their registration by July 31 of each year.
Jul 7, 2022
DQAC Public Member Vacancy
The Department of Health, Health Systems Quality Assurance (HSQA), is accepting applications through Aug. 5 to fill one public member vacancy on the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC).
Jul 7, 2022
Understanding the Business of Dentistry: Negotiating Employment Contracts for Personal & Professional Success
Negotiating a new employment contract is inherently stressful, no matter if it’s your first opportunity out of dental school or your fifth as a seasoned professional. Understanding standard contract components can help alleviate some of that uncertainty and better position you to achieve your personal and professional goals.
Jul 6, 2022
I’ve Been Contacted by the Department of Health – Now What?
When dentists are contacted by a Washington Department of Health Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) investigator, the next steps are basic but important.
Jul 6, 2022
Are You Up to Date on Dentist CE Requirements in Washington State?
Are you up to date on current CE requirements for Washington state dentists? Make sure to review WSDA's CE FAQ page for a summary of requirements and a list of frequently asked questions.
Jul 6, 2022
The Top Eight Reasons Why Every Prescription Should be Electronic
Improve patient care and protect your practice as soon as you begin electronically prescribing. Key integrations and automations help to remove human error, verify correct prescriptions and reduce the risk of misuse.
Jul 6, 2022
Entries Sought for 2022 ADA Design Innovation Awards
In search of dental facilities that seamlessly combine esthetic appeal, function and design, the ADA Council on Dental Practice, ADA Member Advantage and BMO Harris Bank are seeking entries from June 20 through Aug. 19 for the 2022 Design Innovation Awards.
Jul 6, 2022
General Dentistry | Seattle | Retired | Marquette University School of Dentistry
Jul 6, 2022
General Dentistry | Kent | Retired | University of Washington School of Dentistry
Jul 5, 2022
Navigating Group Medical Benefits: Reduce Stress with Professional Guidance
Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency (WDIA) takes pride in supporting our medical groups with personalized guidance and customer service. As a licensed broker with Regence, Asuris, Kaiser Permanente, and Premera, WDIA welcomes new groups setting up medical policies for the first time and those who have existing policies with these carriers.
Jul 1, 2022
Upcoming Requirement: Sterilization of Low-Speed Hand Piece Motors – Aug. 31
Effective Aug. 31, 2022, dentists will need to comply with the new requirement to sterilize low-speed hand piece motors after use.
Jul 1, 2022
Recruit a Member to Attend PNDC 2022 for Free
When you recruit a non-member dentist to join WSDA by August 1, both you and your recruited colleague will receive a free registration for PNDC 2022!
Jun 29, 2022
Upcoming Specialty Representation Rule Requirement – July 1
Effective July 1, 2022, a licensed dentist in a group practice with two or more dentists must identify themselves as either a general dentist or a specialist.
