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Bracken Killpack Recognized as Young Leader in PSBJ "40 Under 40"

WSDA Executive Director Bracken Killpack has been named to the Puget Sound Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” list of young local business and community leaders for 2021.

PNDC 2021 Early Bird Deadline Further Extended to Friday, Oct. 22

In an effort to offer increased flexibility and to show our appreciation during these less predictable times, the WSDA Committee on Continuing Education has extended the PNDC 2021 Early Bird deadline through Friday, Oct. 22.

Apply to Join the WSDA Editorial Advisory Board by Nov. 1

WSDA is now accepting applications to join the Editorial Advisory Board, a group of members tasked with writing and reviewing editorial content for the WSDA News. Apply by Monday, Nov 1.

What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program

The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 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.

Reminder: What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program

The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 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.

PPE Stockpile Ends Oct. 25: Order Your No-Cost PPE Now

All healthcare and long-term care facilities are encourage to order gloves, gowns, masks, respirators and other supplies from the PPE Stockpile as soon as possible. Access to this resource will end on Oct. 25.

DQAC EFDA Education Committee Meeting – Sept. 29

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an EFDA Education Committee meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 29.

DQAC Dental Collaboration Committee Meeting – Sept. 30

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Collaboration Committee meeting on Thursday, Sept. 30.

HCA: Photos required with PA requests for replacement and partial dentures, Eff. 10/15/2021

Department of Health Guidance on Preventing Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 During Aerosol Generating and Other Procedures

The Department of Health (DOH) has created a guidance document covering the prevention of transmission of COVID-19 during aerosol generating procedures (AGPs).

PNDC 2021 Early Bird Deadline Friday, Sept. 24

The PNDC 2021 Early Bird Deadline is next Friday, Sept. 24! Register your team today to save up to $100 per person.

DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting – Sept. 24

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee meeting on Friday, Sept. 24.

New Resource to Hire Front Office Staff and Dental Assistants

Learn more about WorkSource, a job-match website that connects employers and job seekers in Washington.

Significant Increases to Adult Dental Medicaid Reimbursement Rates & Upcoming Webinar

On July 1, reimbursement rates for nearly all adult dental Medicaid (Apple Health) covered services increased by 100%. Learn more and see an upcoming free webinar by the Arcora Foundation and the Health Care Authority.

Tell Congress No Medicare Part B Dental Benefit

Please join your fellow dentists and contact your members of Congress to ask them to oppose the Part B dental benefit and instead support the ADA’s alternative.

Regulatory Update – September 2021

Rulemaking is currently in progress to amend the requirements for continuing education, dentist retired active status, and delegation of the COVID-19 vaccination to hygienists.

Vaccine Mandate Update & Sample Accommodation Forms

An update on the vaccine mandate for healthcare providers and workers, including sample religious and medical accommodation forms.

Reminder: Prepare for Dec. 1 Water Line Testing Requirement with Free Webinars

Attend a free webinar from Harris Biomedical to help prepare for DQAC's new water line testing requirements taking effect Dec. 1, 2021.

PPE Available from the State

The state is currently accepting PPE requests from its PPE Backstop through Oct. 31, 2021.

Medical Teams International in Urgent Need of Dentist Volunteers

Medical Teams International (MTI) is in urgent need of dentist volunteers who are willing to volunteer one or more days in September at mobile clinics around the state.