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2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw

In the office, at home, and in the community, it's all about commitment. Learn more about 2019-2020 WSDA President Dr. Denny Bradshaw.

2019 House of Delegates Election & Resolution Results

Elected position and resolution results from the 2019 WSDA House of Delegates.

Attention Orthodontic Providers

From the DOH: Clarification of Opioid Prescribing Rules

Read a letter from the Department of Health clarifying opioid prescribing rules.

Survey: Antibiotic Prescribing Practices & Attitudes Among Dentists in WA State

The DOH is conducting a survey of practicing dentists in WA to learn what support for antibiotic stewardship exists in dental clinics.

HRSA Awards $85M to Expand Access to Oral Health Services

HRSA recently awarded $85.3 million to expand oral health service capacity in government-funded health centers. Six grantees are in WA state.

Educational Symposium: Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection

Educational symposium "Water as a Source of Healthcare-Associated Infection: Science and Evidence to Support Water Management Programs" on Oct. 30.

Looking Back? No, Looking Forward!

Dr. Chris Delecki reflects on his term as WSDA President.

New Process for Requesting Sign Language Interpreters

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - 10/4

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Friday, October 4 at 11 AM.

Apple Health Dental Provider Webinar - 10/4

HCA invites providers to a 10/4 webinar to provide feedback for a legislative report that will explore options to improve access for Medicaid clients.

Paid Family & Medical Leave Update

The Employment Security Department (ESD) updated its Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Employer Toolkit and launched Phase Six rulemaking.

WSDA Partners with TDSC

WSDA has partnered with The Dentists Supply Company (TDSC) to offer members a new way to shop for dental supplies.

Are You No Longer Accepting New Apple Health (Medicaid) Clients?

Are you no longer accepting new Apple Health (Medicaid) clients? Help them out by updating ProviderOne.

Reminder: New Legislation Takes Effect Oct. 1

Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1198, concerning health provider misconduct, takes effect October 1, 2019.

Securing the Future of Your Practice

Join Practice Management Associates & Columbia Bank for CE course "Securing the Future of your Practice" Sept. 27 in Snoqualmie or Oct. 11 in Spokane.

ADA Member Resource: Understanding PPO Agreements

Understand what to look for before signing a participating dentist agreement and learn what different contract clauses mean with these ADA resources.

Opioid Policy Implementation Date Change

Voice Your Concerns with Board of Denturists' Interpretation

The Board of Denturists has determined a denturist in WA may place an implant prefabricated abutment. Submit comments by October 7.

DQAC Meetings - Sept. 13

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting & Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, September 13 in Spokane.