WSDA v. Delta

Three member dentists, along with WSDA, are taking legal action against Delta Dental of Washington.

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Register Today for PNDC 2019

Opioid Prescribing Rules for Dentists

Rule changes establishing requirements and standards for prescribing opioids in Washington went into effect January 26.

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New Regulations Effective Jan. 1

New CE rules, Paid Family & Medical Leave Program, and increased minimum wage are now effective as of January 1, 2019.

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Delta Antitrust Complaint

WSDA asks WA Attorney General to investigate potential Delta antitrust practices.

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RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

Renew your WSDA, ADA & local dental society membership for 2019 by March 31 to avoid membership cancellation.

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Washington State Dental Association

The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,400 members, the WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate for and provide the highest quality oral health care.

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Paid Family and Medical Leave Update
The Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) announced that the Paid Family and Medical Leave Program reporting deadline for the first quarter (April 30) will be pushed back to July 31, 2019.
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Reminder: DQAC Member Applications Due March 30
The Washington State Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is accepting applications to fill vacancies for one dentist and one public member position. Applications are due by March 30.
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Delta Lawsuit Update & Media Coverage
Last month, three member dentists and WSDA filed a lawsuit against Delta Dental (WDS). Earlier this week, Delta issued a statement to its members about the lawsuit. We thought it was important to clear up some misinformation contained in that statement.
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DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting - March 29
DQAC will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee webinar/conference call meeting to discuss proposed changes to dental infection control rules on Friday, March 29.
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King 5 News: Lawsuit Accuses Delta Dental of Ignoring Dentists' Concerns
KING 5 News recently spoke with Dr. Todd Irwin, one of three dentists who, along with WSDA, have filed a legal complaint against Delta Dental of Washington.
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April WSDA Academy Courses
Register today for WSDA Academy courses with Dr. Bradley Weinstein and Dr. Travis Nelson this April!
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DQAC Jurisprudence Examination Committee Meeting - March 15
DQAC will hold a Jurisprudence Examination Committee webinar meeting on Friday, March 15, 2019 at 1:00 PM.
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