Feb 03, 2022
Review and provide comments on proposed rule amendments from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) for Administration of Anesthetic Agents for Dental Procedures.
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Feb 03, 2022
Due to the pandemic, the upcoming 2022 legislative session (starting Jan. 10) will be mostly virtual. Even in a virtual format, it is important to be engaged and informed on issues that may impact your profession, your practice, and your patients.
Feb 03, 2022
Governor Inslee and Democratic Leadership announced today that the implementation of the Long-term Services and Supports Trust (LTSS) program will be paused for the time being. Originally set to become effective Jan. 1, 2022, the delay of the program means that employers can also delay assessing the .58% premium on employee wages.
Feb 03, 2022
The ADA received questions from members about the No Surprises Act, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2022, and its implications for dental practices.
Feb 01, 2022
If you're a WSDA member who owns a dental practice, make sure you enroll for free in WSDA Retro to utilize the full value of your membership! The next quarterly enrollment deadline is March 1.
Feb 01, 2022
The Department of Health is currently accepting applications for dentist vacancies on the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC). Apply by March 30.
Jan 31, 2022
WSDA has partnered with local dental societies around the state to offer free virtual CE to members. Register now for "Global Diagnosis and Digital Smile Design – A New Synergy" with Dr. J. William Robbins on Tuesday, Feb. 15.
Jan 31, 2022
Jan 26, 2022
A member dentist who recently experienced theft from his office while conducting a working interview shares advice for other dentists.
Jan 26, 2022
The ADA is presenting a free webinar in February that explains the basics of how preferred provider organization plans operate so that both new and existing office staff and dentists will be better able to support patients with these plans.
Jan 20, 2022
WSDA and Delta Dental of Washington are teaming up on a comprehensive strategy to reduce dental workforce shortages in the state.
Jan 19, 2022
Learn more about modifications to dentist continuing education, dentist retired active status, and delegation of the COVID-19 vaccination to hygienists.
Jan 19, 2022
In order to improve the Health Care Authority (HCA) website billing and reimbursement experience, HCA is asking providers to complete a short survey by Jan. 28.
Jan 14, 2022
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Jan. 20 at 12:00 PM.
Jan 14, 2022
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Jan. 21 at 8:30 AM.
Jan 13, 2022
WSDA has received direct confirmation from the Governor’s Office that the pause on non-urgent procedures does not include dental offices or other non-hospital-based health care settings.
Jan 12, 2022
Join ADA member and certified professional life coach Dr. Cathy Hung at 5:00 PM PT on Jan. 25 for the free webinar "Cultivating Leadership Skills Through Coaching and Mentoring."
Jan 12, 2022
A new task force is asking the dental community to weigh in on a project that could revamp and enhance the existing Code on Dental Procedures and Nomenclature — better known as the CDT Code. The deadline for written comments is Jan. 14.
Jan 11, 2022
The Health Resources and Services Administration is hosting a free webinar on Jan. 12 to provide technical assistance on reporting requirements for providers who received funding in the second phase of the Provider Relief Fund.
Jan 10, 2022
We are proud to announce the launch of “Stop Big Sugar,” a WSDA-funded campaign to improve the transparency of public advocacy efforts here in Washington state.
