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Aug 25, 2020

License Expiration Extension Ends Sept. 30

Health care professionals who took advantage of extended time to renew their license due to COVID-19 must renew on or before Sept. 30 for their credential to remain active and to avoid late fees.

Aug 21, 2020

Dentaltown's Dr. Howard Farran Interviews ADA Leaders

ADA Executive Director Dr. Kathy O’Loughlin and President Dr. Chad P. Gehani share candid, behind-the-scenes information on ADA's pandemic response on "Dentistry Uncensored."

Aug 18, 2020

Update to Emergency Dental Services Policy During COVID-19 Pandemic

HCA has updated its emergency dental services policy for orthodontic providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Aug 12, 2020

American Dental Association: Dentistry is Essential Health Care

The ADA respectfully yet strongly disagrees with the WHO's recommendation to delay “routine” dental care in certain situations due to COVID-19.

Aug 11, 2020

Share Your Pandemic Experiences for the WSDA News

WSDA is asking members to share personal and professional reflections on the COVID-19 pandemic for the WSDA News.

Aug 6, 2020

DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting – Aug. 20

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Thursday, Aug. 20 at 2 PM.

Aug 5, 2020

Update on Temporary Practice Permits

An update from the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) regarding temporary practice permits.

Aug 3, 2020

DOH E-Prescribing Survey

The DOH is currently conducting a short survey to gather high-level information about the impacts of Washington state's e-prescribing mandate.

Aug 3, 2020

HHS Extends Relief Fund Deadline, Further Expands Eligibility

Following a strong lobbying effort by the ADA, HHS announced that it is extending the deadline for all dentists to apply for the PRF to Aug. 28.

Jul 31, 2020

ADA Launches Patient Return Resource Center for Members

The new ADA Patient Return Resource Center offers a suite of tools designed to support members in communicating with patients about what to expect when they come back to your practice.

Jul 31, 2020

DQAC Special Business Meeting – Aug. 6

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a special business meeting on Thursday, Aug.6 at 12 PM.

Jul 30, 2020

Provider Relief Fund FAQ – Deadline Monday

The ADA has created an FAQ on frequent Provider Relief Fund questions the Association has received ahead of the Aug. 3 deadline.

Jul 30, 2020

Quick PPE Survey

We are conducting a third PPE survey to collect information from dental offices about existing supplies on hand and fit testing results of masks distributed by WSDA.

Jul 29, 2020

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - July 30

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach webinar meeting on Thursday, July 30.

Jul 29, 2020

Qualitative Respirator Fit Testing & Other Upcoming Webinars from ERNWest

Mark your calendar for upcoming safety webinars from ERNWest, WSDA's partner in administering the WSDA Retro program.

Jul 28, 2020

More Dentists Now Eligible for CARES Act Provider Relief Fund

Dentists who may not have previously been eligible, including those who may not bill Medicare or Medicaid, can apply to receive funds through the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund through July 24.

Jul 28, 2020

ADA Shares Updates from HHS on Provider Relief Fund

Yesterday, the ADA emailed members to clarify concerns about applying for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Provider Relief Fund.

Jul 28, 2020

Webinar: Updates on Provider Relief Fund, SBA Loans, Labor Issues, and Congressional Action

Join the ADA on Tuesday, July 28 for the webinar "Updates on Provider Relief Fund, SBA Loans, Labor Issues, and Congressional Action."

Jul 28, 2020

Provider Relief Fund Updates & Opportunity to Offset Benefit Charges

COVID-19 Updates: ADA clarifies balance billing and reporting requirement concerns for HHS Provider Relief Fund, upcoming opportunity to offset benefit charges.

Jul 23, 2020

Attention Employer Dentists: Opportunity to Offset Benefit Charges

Taxable employers will soon be able to submit an application to offset their benefit charges from the first two quarters of 2020, which might reduce their 2021 tax rate.

Jul 22, 2020

Reminder: Amalgam Separator Update

While amalgam separators are already required in all dental offices in WA that use mercury-containing amalgams, dental offices must submit a new one-time compliance report by Oct. 12, 2020.

Jul 21, 2020

Additional Masks Available & Provider Relief Funding Deadline Extended

COVID-19 Updates: WSDA members now eligible to order two additional PPE kits, deadline to apply for Provider Relief Fund extended to Aug. 3.

Jul 15, 2020

DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting - July 23

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee webinar meeting on Thursday, July 23.

Jul 8, 2020

DQAC Business Meeting - July 17

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a business meeting on Friday, July 17 at 8:30 AM.

Jul 7, 2020

Small Business Requirements and Resources COVID-19 Impact Webinar

Attend a webinar covering some of the state responses, resources, and other impacts affecting small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jul 7, 2020

Additional Amalgam Separator Requirements

Under a federal rule adopted by the EPA in 2017, many dental practices will need an installed amalgam separator by July 14, 2020.

Jul 7, 2020

Reminder: New Face Covering Requirements Effective July 7

Beginning July 7, businesses will not be able to serve customers or visitors who aren’t wearing face coverings.

Jun 26, 2020

ADA Webinar: Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO

Join the ADA on Friday, July 10 for the webinar "Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO."

Jun 26, 2020

Medicaid & CHIP Provider Relief Fund

This month, HHS added Medicaid and CHIP providers to the groups eligible to receive funding through the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund. Apply by July 20.

Jun 26, 2020

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - June 30

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on Tuesday, June 30.

Jun 25, 2020

DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting - July 8

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee webinar meeting on Wednesday, July 8.

Jun 25, 2020

Statewide Face Covering Order Goes Into Effect Friday

Beginning Friday, June 26, the use of face coverings in any indoor or outdoor public setting is required in the state of Washington.

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).

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 23, 2020

WSDA Secures N95 & Surgical Masks for WA Dentists

WSDA is excited to announce that we have secured 340,000 NIOSH-approved N95 masks and 560,000 surgical masks for Washington dentists.

Jun 22, 2020

Training and Resources for CARES Act Provider Relief Funding

An update from the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) on training and resources for applying for Cares Act Provider Relief Funding.

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 22, 2020

WSDA Board Anti-Discrimination Statement

Our dental community is comprised of people from all backgrounds and walks of life — this diversity makes us stronger and more capable of providing optimal oral health care to all patients.

Jun 18, 2020

ADA Accelerator Series Webinar - June 25

Save the date for the next ADA Accelerator Webinar Series session, “Preparing for Pregnancy: Managing your Business and Your Health” on June 25.

Jun 18, 2020

Updated CDC Dental Guidelines

CDC has updated its Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response.

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 16, 2020

Raise the Bar: A Message from D-MMEX Easyrefine

A special offer on precious metal refining for WSDA members from WSDA-endorsed D-MMEX Easyrefine.

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 11, 2020

Updated ADA Toolkit, Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Application, County PPE Requests

COVID-19 Updates: Updated ADA Return to Work Interim Guidance Toolkit, Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Distribution Portal now open, request PPE from your local health jurisdiction and more.

Jun 11, 2020

Medicaid Provider Relief Fund Distribution Portal Now Open

Eligible Medicaid and CHIP providers can now apply for the Medicaid Targeted Distribution portion of the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund through the Enhanced Provider Portal.

Jun 10, 2020

HHS Announces Provider Relief Fund Distribution

HHS announced today that eligible Medicaid and CHIP providers can report their annual patient revenue, which will be used as a factor in determining their Provider Relief Fund payment.

Jun 9, 2020

HHS Provider Relief & PPP Funding

COVID-19 Updates: HHS announces Provider Relief Fund distribution, June 30 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan deadline.

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.