Jan 09, 2019

Jan. 18 DQAC Meetings

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its business meeting and a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, January 18.

Jan 08, 2019

DBIC and NORDIC Receive Final Approval to Merge with TDIC

Dentists Benefits Insurance Company (DBIC) and Northwest Dentists Insurance Company (NORDIC) merged with, and into, their parent company, TDIC, effective Jan. 1, 2019, after final regulatory approval.

Jan 03, 2019

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.

Dec 21, 2018

WSDA Office Closed for the Holidays

The WSDA office is closed through January 1, 2019. We will reopen at 8:30 AM on January 2. Happy holidays!

Dec 19, 2018

Senate Introduces Bill to Amend McCarran-Ferguson Act

Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Dec. 19 to amend the McCarran-Ferguson Act, which would authorize the Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department to enforce federal antitrust laws against health insurance companies.

Dec 14, 2018

Reminder: Paid Family & Medical Leave Requirements Start Jan. 1

Employers will need to offer paid family and medical leave starting January 1, 2020. Prepare your office for requirements that will begin to take effect January 1, 2019.

Dec 13, 2018

Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 21

Dental Action Day 2019 will be held on Thursday, January 31. Register by Monday, January 21!

Dec 12, 2018

Action for Dental Health Act is Now Law

The Action for Dental Health Act, legislation aimed at improving oral health and access to oral health care, is now law.

Dec 11, 2018

Members-Only Holiday Deals from Lenovo

Members can save up to 44% on laptops, smart home displays and more this holiday season through Lenovo.

Dec 10, 2018

ADA 10 Under 10 Award

The ADA 10 Under 10 Award recognizes ten new dentists for excellence in science, research and education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership, advocacy and more. Nominate a new dentist by December 31!

Dec 07, 2018

Proposed Changes to Overtime Eligibility

The Department of Labor and Industries has proposed new changes to overtime eligibility. Submit comments on the pre-draft proposed rule by December 14.

Dec 06, 2018

Give the Gift of Dental Health

Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.

Dec 04, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Certified Results

Certified results have been released and we are pleased to report that the bylaw amendments and resolution officially passed with nearly 96% of the vote.

Dec 04, 2018

DQAC Rules Needing Comment

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is considering rule changes that could have a significant impact on your practice.

Dec 03, 2018

Paid Sick Leave vs. Paid Family & Medical Leave: What's the Difference?

Learn the difference between Washington's Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family and Medical Leave programs.

Dec 02, 2018

Renew Your Membership by Jan. 1

Please renew your ADA, WSDA and local dental society membership for 2019 by January 1.

Nov 29, 2018

WSDA-Introduced Dental Benefits Resolution Passes at ADA House of Delegates

The ADA House of Delegates approved a resolution, introduced by the WSDA, relating to dental benefits that seeks to “minimize interference of dental benefit carriers into the doctor-patient relationship.”

Nov 20, 2018

Reminder: Dec. 7 Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.