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May 19, 2023

2023 Legislative Session Summary

During the 2023 legislative session, WSDA successfully advocated for the passage of three important dental workforce bills that reduce barriers to hygiene licensure in our state and increase licensure portability for dentists and hygienists. In addition to advocating for important workforce legislation, WSDA also supported or opposed several bills this session concerning dental-related issues, insurance, small business issues, employer/employee matters, and much more.

May 18, 2023

5-Minute Dental Infection Prevention Survey

The Washington State Department of Health, Healthcare-Associated Infections, and Antimicrobial Resistance Section is asking for you to fill out a 5-minute survey about infection prevention in your dental facility.

May 18, 2023

DQAC Recruiting Dentist Members Living & Practicing East of the Cascades

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is currently recruiting dentists for two upcoming vacancies who reside and engage in the active practice of dentistry east of the summit of the Cascade mountain range. Apply by May 26.

May 18, 2023

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – June 1

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, June 1 at 12:00 PM.

May 17, 2023

Dental Laboratory Registration Renewal Reminder/Updated Renewal Forms

RCW 70.352.060 requires all dental laboratory registrations be renewed yearly prior to July 31st. It is recommended that renewal requirements be submitted early, as it takes time for the department to process renewals.

May 16, 2023

Reminder: Long-Term Services and Supports Withholding Will Begin July 1

The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on July 1, 2023 and will be funded by a .58 percent premium assessment on employee wages. Learn more about how this program will affect employers, employees, and self-employed individuals.

May 10, 2023

Apply to Join the WDS/Delta Dental of Washington Member Advisory Panel (MAP)

Learn about an opportunity to join the WDS/Delta Dental of Washington Member Advisory Panel (MAP). WSDA encourages members who would like an opportunity to have input into the complex dental benefit discussions in our state to apply. Applications are due by June 2.

May 10, 2023

Reminder: RSVP for the WSDA Mentor/Mentee Luncheon at PNDC 2023

Meet up for food, drinks and networking during PNDC 2023 at the Mentor/Mentee Luncheon on Friday, June 16. RSVP today!

May 10, 2023

Practice Owners: Earn Money Back on Premiums You Already Pay to L&I

Are you a practice owner? Sign up for WSDA Retro by June 1 to receive the free, exclusive opportunity to earn money back on the premiums you already pay to L&I.

May 10, 2023

Firing PPOs Without Your Patients Firing You – Free Virtual CE on May 31

Members can register now for the upcoming free virtual CE course "Firing PPOs Without Your Patients Firing You" on May 31.

May 10, 2023

Meet CE Requirements at PNDC 2023

Earn 20+ CE credits and fulfill minimal sedation and basic life support CE requirements at PNDC 2023, June 15-17 in Seattle. WSDA members register for just $450 (or just $325 for recent grads)!

May 10, 2023

DQAC Dental Inclusion Committee Meeting – May 18

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) Dental Inclusion Committee will meet on May 18 at 12 PM.

May 10, 2023

Submit Public Comment on the Military Family Leave Act by June 9

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has released a draft administrative policy to provide guidance on the Military Family Leave Act requirements for employers. L&I is holding a public feedback session on Tuesday, May 23, and the draft policy will be open for public comment until Friday, June 9.

May 10, 2023

Webinar: HPV Vaccine Starts at 9

The Department of Health is hosting the webinar "HPV Vaccine Starts at 9: Why? How? Now! Cancer Prevention Made Easy" on May 16.

May 10, 2023

HCA: Correction – Dental Services End of EPA #870001607 and Discontinued Use of CDT® Code D0170

The Health Care Authority (HCA) sent a provider alert on April 14, 2023, regarding the end of expedited prior authorization (EPA) number 870001607 and the discontinued use of CDT® code D0170. The dates of service were listed incorrectly as “on and after May 11, 2023” to align with the ending of the public health emergency (PHE).

May 10, 2023

Upcoming Employment Law Webinars from L&I

Learn about key employment laws at upcoming L&I webinars. Webinar topics include Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights, Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, Isolated Worker Protections, Know Your Worker Rights and White Collar (EAP) Overtime Exemptions.

Apr 27, 2023

Wendy Sheine, DDS

General Dentistry | Seattle | Retired | University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry

Apr 27, 2023

Daniel Varadi, DDS

General Dentistry | Bellevue | Owner – Private Practice | Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC

Apr 25, 2023

2023 Legislative Session Update: Week 15 (April 17-23)

Washington state’s 105-day legislative session adjourned, on time, on Sunday, April 23, 2023. This session WSDA tracked several bills concerning dental-related issues, workforce, insurance, small business issues, employer/employee matters, and much more. Read for an update on WSDA’s week 15 activities in Olympia.

Apr 21, 2023

Be Aware of Medicaid Renewal Scams

Please be aware of Medicaid renewal scams. Reports of fake texts and phone calls to Medicaid clients have been reported over the past couple weeks in other states.