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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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The ADA’s Third Party Payer Concierge™ provides expert advice to help detangle costly dental benefit issues.

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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March 1 DQAC Meetings
Attend DQAC meetings on Friday, March 1 to provide comments regarding proposed rule modifications to the following: Acts that may be performed by licensed dental hygienists under general supervision and dental infection control.
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Locum Tenens Dentists: Opportunities Abound
The ADA is offering a free webinar on locum tenens dentists – including how to employ one, how to work as one, and how dental plan policies treat them – on Tuesday, February 26.
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Register Now for March WSDA Academy Courses
"Challenging Oral Pathology Cases for Every Dentist to Know: Interactive Learning" with Dr. Dolphine Oda on March 6 and "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson on March 19.
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Reminder: Free Infection Prevention Assessment
Spokane Regional Health District, Clark County Public Health and Washington State Department of Health are partnering to assess infection prevention in dental clinics throughout the state.
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Reminder: Proposed Rule Amendments for Delegation of Duties to Hygienists
DQAC is proposing rule amendments that update the listing of allowable duties a dentist may delegate to a licensed dental hygienist under general supervision. Please provide written comments or attend a public hearing on March 1.
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Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Amend McCarran-Ferguson Act
Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Feb. 6 to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies.
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Call ADA's Third Party Payer Concierge with Your Dental Benefits Questions
Get one-on-one support directly from an expert on dental benefits issues through the American Dental Association Third Party Payer Concierge.
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