Jan 03, 2023
Our lives are busy. Our work is stressful. Take time to check in with yourself — and your colleagues.
ComplyBetter: Dental Compliance Solution from WSDA
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WSDA News | Issue 2, 2025
Featuring cover story "Avoiding Burnout: Managing the Stresses of the Dental Profession." Plus, Dr. Mark Egbert reflects on his years of service and leadership with the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and other news.
Washington State Dental Association
The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,000 member dentists, WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate for and provide the highest quality oral health care.Latest News
Jan 03, 2023
The 2023 Washington State Legislative Session begins on Monday, Jan. 9. Get involved with grassroots advocacy by registering for Dental Action Day and signing up for action alerts from WSDA.
Jan 03, 2023
DQAC has withdrawn the CR-102 for WAC chapters 246-817-701 through 246-817-790 for administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures and cancelled the Jan. 20 rules hearing.
Jan 03, 2023
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, Jan. 27 at 1:00 PM.
Jan 03, 2023
The Department of Health filed a CR-102 proposing to update fees for several professions. The public rules hearing is scheduled for Jan. 24, 2023, at 9:00 AM.
Jan 03, 2023
The Health Care Authority updated the pediatric dental Medicaid fee schedule today, Jan. 3, as there were several updated fees that were excluded.
Dec 19, 2022
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, Washington employers with 15 or more employees must disclose a wage scale or salary range and a general description of benefits and other compensation on job postings that recruit Washington based employees, when the job posting includes qualifications for desired applicants.
Dec 19, 2022
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, workers’ compensation premium rates will increase.
Dec 15, 2022
Make sure you are up to date on patient record retention requirements in Washington state, including for when closing or selling a dental practice.
Dec 13, 2022
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 12:00 PM.
Dec 09, 2022
The ADA, in conjunction with the AAPD and AAOMS, has been working collaboratively over the past two years to address the challenges faced by dentists in obtaining hospital or ambulatory surgical center operating rooms due to low facility payment rates.
Dec 07, 2022
Four additional webinars have been scheduled by the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) to help employers understand the new job posting requirements that take effect Jan. 1.
Dec 01, 2022
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, reimbursement rates for dental pediatric Apple Health services will increase.
Dec 01, 2022
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, the state minimum wage will increase to $15.74 per hour, up from the current $14.49 per hour rate.
Dec 01, 2022
Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, the Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) premium rate will increase.
Nov 30, 2022
Save the date! PNDC returns to the summertime in 2023. Join thousands of dental professionals for three days of high-quality, affordable continuing dental education (earn 20+ CE credits), a two-day dental exhibit hall and more June 15-17 in Seattle.
Nov 30, 2022
This Dec. 13 ADA webinar will provide important information on the most common clauses found in PPO contracts that all dentists should be aware of. It will also cover the potential financial implications these clauses can have on a typical dental practice.
Nov 30, 2022
Nominate a dentist today for the ADA 10 Under 10 award, which celebrates new dentists who demonstrate excellence and inspire others in science, research & education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership and advocacy.
