Jan 26, 2022

ADA Webinar Features Introduction to Dental PPO Plans

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 Team Up to Tackle Dental Workforce Issues

WSDA and Delta Dental of Washington are teaming up on a comprehensive strategy to reduce dental workforce shortages in the state.

Jan 19, 2022

Regulatory Update – January 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

Health Care Authority Billing and Reimbursement Survey

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

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee – Jan. 20

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

DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 21

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, Jan. 21 at 8:30 AM.

Jan 13, 2022

Dental Offices Not Included in New Pause on Non-Urgent Procedures at Hospitals

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

Free Webinar: Cultivating Leadership Skills Through Coaching and Mentoring

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

Task Force Soliciting Dental Community Input on Enhancing CDT Code

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

Provider Relief Fund Webinar Set for Jan. 12

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

WSDA Launches “Stop Big Sugar” Campaign

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.

Jan 04, 2022

CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidance for Health Care Personnel

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has updated its COVID-19 guidance for health care workers.

Jan 04, 2022

ADA Resumes Third Party Payer Concierge Program

The service, which assists dentists with insurance questions and concerns with third party payers, is for member dentists only and can be accessed by calling 1-800-621-8099 or emailing dentalbenefits@ada.org.

Jan 03, 2022

Get Ready for the New Year With up to 60% Off Lenovo Tech

Are you prepared for the new year? Get 2022 ready with upgraded PCs, accessories and more from ADA-endorsed Lenovo! Receive up to 60% off award-winning technologies from Lenovo, now through Jan. 9, 2022, while supplies last.

Dec 29, 2021

Nominate a New Dentist for the 2022 ADA 10 Under 10 Award by Dec. 31

Developed by the ADA New Dentist Committee in 2017, this award recognizes 10 amazing dentists who graduated from dental school less than 10 years ago. Nominate a member by Dec. 31!

Dec 28, 2021

HPI Seeks Dentists In New Survey Panel to Track Economic, Operational Impact

The ADA Health Policy Institute’s monthly COVID-19 economic results poll is evolving for 2022 and the institute is recruiting dentists to join the new survey panel.

Dec 27, 2021

Talking About Fees is One of the Most Important Conversations

The conversation about fee and payment arrangement is one of the most important you have with patients. Learn more with a free e-book from CareCredit.

Dec 23, 2021

Poll Finds Reduced Capacity, Increased Hiring at Dental Practices

Results from HPI’s most recent wave of its COVID-19 Economic Impact poll, collected the week of November 15, show hope among the ongoing challenges faced by dentists across the U.S.