Mar 8, 2019
The ADA and dentists have been advocating for decades to repeal the 1945 McCarran-Ferguson Act antitrust exemption for the health insurance industry. In February, legislation was introduced in both chambers of Congress and is a win for dentistry.
Feb 28, 2019
Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.
Feb 27, 2019
The Winter 2019 issue of the WSDA News is available online!
Feb 25, 2019
Space still remains in our March 19 WSDA Academy Course "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson. Register today!
Feb 19, 2019
Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.
Feb 15, 2019
The ADA is offering a free webinar on locum tenens dentists – including how to employ one, how to work as one, and how dental plan policies treat them – on Tuesday, February 26.
Feb 15, 2019
Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.
Feb 15, 2019
Register today for Continuing Medical Education's course, "Opioid Prescribing 2019: How Washington State Bill 1427 Will Affect Your Practice," on April 15, 2019.
Feb 14, 2019
"Challenging Oral Pathology Cases for Every Dentist to Know: Interactive Learning" with Dr. Dolphine Oda on March 6 and "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson on March 19.
Feb 12, 2019
Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Feb. 6 to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurance companies.
Feb 12, 2019
A story published by Kaiser Health News (KHN) titled “Nonprofit Dental Insurer Under Scrutiny For ‘Flagrant’ Spending” sheds light on the exceedingly high salaries some non-profit dental insurers pay their CEOs.
Feb 11, 2019
Get one-on-one support directly from an expert on dental benefits issues through the American Dental Association Third Party Payer Concierge.
Feb 8, 2019
WSDA member Dr. Joe Vaughn shares financial tips for new dentists on the ADA's New Dentist Blog.
Feb 7, 2019
Who will you see at PNDC this June? Here's a snapshot of our featured speakers.
Jan 30, 2019
Register today for the 2019 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 20-22 in Bellevue.
Jan 29, 2019
Dentists who own and operate practices who have purchased or financed equipment during the calendar year, may elect to take the Section 179 deduction when filing their taxes in order to maximize their savings.
Jan 22, 2019
Register now for the Eastern Washington Medical-Dental Summit on Friday, March 1 in Pasco.
Jan 16, 2019
The deadline to register for Dental Action Day is this Monday, January 21.
Jan 14, 2019
Order free resources from the ADA for National Children's Dental Health Month in February.
Jan 11, 2019
A federal court has approved the $80 million settlement agreement in a class action lawsuit against dental product companies accused of violating antitrust laws by fixing prices on dental equipment and supplies.
Jan 9, 2019
Employer requirements for Washington's Paid Family & Medical Leave Program went into effect on January 1, 2019.
Jan 9, 2019
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its business meeting and a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, January 18.
Jan 8, 2019
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 3, 2019
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
The WSDA office is closed through January 1, 2019. We will reopen at 8:30 AM on January 2. Happy holidays!
Dec 19, 2018
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
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
Dental Action Day 2019 will be held on Thursday, January 31. Register by Monday, January 21!
Dec 12, 2018
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 can save up to 44% on laptops, smart home displays and more this holiday season through Lenovo.
Dec 10, 2018
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 7, 2018
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 6, 2018
Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.
Dec 4, 2018
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 4, 2018
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is considering rule changes that could have a significant impact on your practice.
Dec 3, 2018
Learn the difference between Washington's Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family and Medical Leave programs.
Dec 2, 2018
Please renew your ADA, WSDA and local dental society membership for 2019 by January 1.
Nov 29, 2018
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
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.
Nov 19, 2018
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.
Nov 16, 2018
The WSDA has filed a complaint with the Washington State Department of Health, alleging dental clinics operated by Lone Peak Management Group, LLC (Lone Peak) are engaging in dangerous and deceptive practices.
Nov 16, 2018
Thank you to the hundreds of member dentists from around the state who attended the Delta Special Meeting yesterday afternoon and the hundreds more who voted by proxy! Preliminary results indicate the bylaw amendments passed with 95% of the vote.
Nov 13, 2018
Don't have your proxy ballot or having difficulty replacing it? Download a blank proxy ballot here.
Nov 13, 2018
Are you looking for more ways to get involved in organized dentistry? Apply to join the WSDA Leadership Institute! Applications are due November 30.
Nov 8, 2018
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is seeking stakeholder comments on proposed rules regarding delegation to dental hygienists under general supervision and dental infection control.
Nov 8, 2018
The Delta Special Meeting is happening next Thursday, November 15 at 3 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. If you can't attend, make sure to fill out your proxy ballot ASAP.
Nov 7, 2018
Congratulations to WSDA member Rep. Michelle Caldier for winning re-election to the Washington State House of Representatives for a third consecutive term!
Nov 6, 2018
An employer toolkit is now available from the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD) for information on how to implement requirements for Washington's new Paid Family and Medical Leave Program.
Nov 2, 2018
The rulemaking process for Washington's Paid Family & Medical Leave Program is ongoing. Have opinions regarding the new rules? Submit public comments to the Employment Security Department (ESD).
Nov 2, 2018
The CE course "Facial Aesthetics: Looking Beyond Enamel and Gingiva" with Dr. Timothy Hess will take place on Thursday, November 15 from 1-2 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport.
