Blog

Oct 24, 2018

HRSA Dedicates $293 Million to Expanding Workforce

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration announced Oct. 18 that it is awarding $293 million to expand the primary health care workforce.

Oct 18, 2018

Reminder: CE Rule Changes Start Jan. 1, 2019

Major changes to Washington’s dental continuing education requirements take effect on January 1, 2019. Review a summary of the changes from the Washington State Department of Health.

Oct 18, 2018

We Need You at the Delta Special Meeting

All WDS/Delta member dentists are encouraged to attend the WDS Special Meeting on Thursday, November 15 at 3 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. Can't attend? Learn how to fill out your proxy ballot in support of proposed bylaw amendments.

Oct 15, 2018

DQAC Meetings - Oct. 26

Please review meeting agendas for the Friday, October 26 DQAC business meeting, Dental Continuing Competency Committee meeting, and Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting.

Oct 2, 2018

Delta Special Meeting Date & Proxy Info

The Delta special meeting will be held on Thursday, November 15 at 3:00 PM at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport. Here are three things Delta member dentists should know about the meeting and voting by proxy.

Oct 1, 2018

WSAPD Annual Meeting 2018

The Washington State Academy of Pediatric Dentists will host its 2018 Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 6.

Sep 28, 2018

Editorial: Teaching Dentistry, What Works and What Doesn't

"Human beings, even bright ones, cannot absorb, learn, consume—choose your verb—facts delivered rapid fire, for more than about twenty minutes," Dr. John Evans says. "After that the facts start to bounce off and the efficiency of instruction drops off rapidly."

Sep 27, 2018

HOD Election & Resolution Results

Find out which members were chosen for WSDA/ADA elected positions and review resolutions adopted by the House of Delegates.

Sep 27, 2018

Rekhi Named to NORDIC Board, NORDIC Receives Rating Upgrade

Northwest Dentists Insurance Company (NORDIC) is pleased to announce that Dr. Princy Rekhi has been named to its board of directors. Additionally, NORDIC has announced positive news regarding its A.M. Best rating, which is an indicator of an insurer’s financial strength and creditworthiness.

Sep 26, 2018

Free Webinar: ERA/EFT Implementation

The ADA will offer a free webinar covering the benefits of, and steps to implement, electronic alternatives to paper explanation of benefits and reimbursement checks on October 11.

Sep 24, 2018

Editorial: Workforce Woes

Dr. Stephen Lee shares his take on the current state and future potential of Washington's dental workforce.

Sep 19, 2018

House of Delegates: Candidate Profiles & Resolutions

The 2018 WSDA House of Delegates will take place September 20-22 at Hotel Murano in Tacoma. Find out more about candidates running for elected WSDA/ADA positions and the resolutions being presented to the House.

Sep 14, 2018

Representative Michelle Caldier: 2018 Citizen of the Year

Each year, the WSDA chooses one of its own to honor as its Citizen of the Year. The award is bestowed upon a member who has performed outstanding service to help a community in need, reinforce the value of service to the dental community, and promote the image of dentistry. This year's recipient is Representative Michelle Caldier.

Sep 13, 2018

Apply to Speak at PNDC 2019

WSDA members are invited to submit an application to present a dental-related lecture during the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2019.

Aug 29, 2018

Special Meeting Petition Delivered to Delta

On August 29, WSDA President-elect Dr. Christopher Delecki and Executive Director Bracken Killpack delivered a petition to Delta with over 800 signatures calling for Delta to hold a special meeting.

Aug 24, 2018

Guardian Rescinds Third Molar Requirement After Feedback

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America has reversed its position on third molars and associated sedation and anesthesia, now assuring dentists that claims will no longer be reviewed for medical necessity.

Aug 23, 2018

Sept. 7 DQAC Meeting

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) has released its business meeting agenda for Friday, September 7.

Aug 17, 2018

Reminder: CE Rule Changes Take Effect Jan. 1, 2019

Major changes to Washington’s dental continuing education requirements take effect on January 1, 2019. Review a summary of the changes from the Washington State Department of Health.

Aug 16, 2018

DQAC Update: Proposed Opioid Prescribing Rules

In an effort to combat the opioid crisis that has been plaguing our state, the Legislature passed ESHB 1427 during the 2017 legislative session, which requires the adoption of rules establishing requirements for prescribing opioid drugs by January 1, 2019.

Aug 15, 2018

Paid Family & Medical Leave Webinar

The Washington State Employment Security Department will host the webinar "Paid Family & Medical Leave: General Overview" on August 17.

Aug 14, 2018

Reboot Your EQ: Volunteer!

Two seasoned volunteer dentists, Dr. Nhi Pham and Dr. Jeffrey Parrish, will walk you through the trials, tribulations, joys and details of doing volunteer dentistry at home and abroad at this WSDA Academy course on September 13.

Aug 13, 2018

Sign Petition for Delta Special Meeting

Facing Delta's refusal to hold its annual membership meeting, a group of Delta member dentists has developed new Delta bylaw amendments and started a petition to require Delta to hold a special meeting this fall. Learn more and sign the petition today.