Jun 24, 2020
E-Prescribing Requirement Delayed
The Washington state Secretary of Health has issued a nine-month waiver from complying with the electronic prescribing requirements of RCW 69.50.312 (1).
Regulations
Stay up to date on rules and requirements affecting Washington dentists.
Recent Regulatory News
Jun 24, 2020
Governor Inslee Issued Proclamation 20-59 Temporary Practice Permit
On Friday, June 19, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 20-59, relating to temporary practice permits for recent graduates entering the dental, pharmacy and dental hygienist professions.
Jun 22, 2020
DOSH Respirator Requirement Update & Fit Test Resources
Updates regarding DOSH Directives 11.80 and 1.70, plus information and resources to help members comply with the current DOSH requirements.
Jun 18, 2020
Department of Health and Human Services Finalizes Section 1557 Regulations
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has amended the final rule on Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.
Jun 15, 2020
2020 Legislative Session Summary
Washington's legislative session adjourned on March 12, 2020. Read a summary of issues from this session that could affect you, your patients, and your practice.
Jun 11, 2020
Employment Security Department Emergency Rules Update
An employer will not be charged for the first week of unemployment benefits while the Governor has waived the waiting week requirement.
Jun 5, 2020
Paid Family and Medical Leave Update
Learn about updates to the Paid Family and Medical Leave program clarifying employee waiting periods, conditional waivers and supplemental benefits.
Jun 5, 2020
DQAC Update - Dentist Licensure Clinical Examinations
An update on dentist licensure clinical examinations following the June 5 Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) business meeting.
Jun 3, 2020
Department of Labor & Industries eLearning Tool
L&I recently released an eLearning tool that explains Washington's new overtime rules.
Jun 3, 2020
DQAC Business Meeting - June 5
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting on Friday, June 5 at 8:30 AM.
Jun 3, 2020
DQAC Meeting Friday, KN95 Masks Still Available & Additional Resources
DQAC meeting this Friday, KN95 masks still available for Washington dentists, upcoming ADA webinars and other updates.
Jun 3, 2020
Provider Credentialing Update
Starting June 11, 2020, providers will be required to submit credentialing applications to a single credentialing database, ProviderSource.
May 21, 2020
DQAC Update - Dentist Clinical Examinations
An update from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) on dentist clinical examinations.
May 13, 2020
AIDS Education & Training Update
As of June 11, 2020, HIV/AIDS education and training for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and EFDAs will no longer be required.
May 12, 2020
DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 15
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission will hold a special business meeting on Friday, May 15.
May 8, 2020
Update: DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 8
For those who tried to access the Dental Quality Assurance Commission’s special business meeting on May 8, 2020, please know the meeting was rescheduled upon its start.
May 7, 2020
PMP Integration Requirement Delayed
The Washington State Department of Health has issued a nine-month waiver from demonstrating EHR integration with the PMP due to COVID-19.
May 7, 2020
DQAC Special Business Meeting - May 8
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a special business meeting on Friday, May 8.
May 7, 2020
DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - May 14
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, May 14.
Apr 10, 2020
DQAC Special Business Meeting - April 17
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a special business meeting on Friday, April 17.
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The Committee on Regulatory Affairs focuses on regulatory issues handled by DQAC and other government agencies handling regulatory issues relevant to dentistry.To inquire about joining the Committee on Regulatory Affairs, members may email WSDA at info@wsda.org.
