News Items

Phase 2 Provider Relief Fund Reporting Deadline is March 31

Dentists who received funds during the second phase of the Provider Relief Fund have until 11:59 PM ET March 31 to submit a report on the use of those funds in the Provider Relief Fund Reporting Portal.

SBA: EIDL Deferment Period is Extended

The Small Business Administration is extending deferments for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans to 30 months from the date of approval.

Olympia Union Gospel Mission Benefit Concert: '60s Rock – May 21

The Olympia Union Gospel Mission will hold its annual benefit concert, which supports the Mission's no-fee dental clinic, on Saturday, May 21.

Dr. Harlyn Susarla Named to ADA 10 Under 10

Congratulations to WSDA member Dr. Harlyn Susarla for being named an American Dental Association 10 Under 10 Award winner.

ADA Webinar – Preventing HPV Cancers in Action: The Critical Role of the Dentist

Register today for the free ADA webinar "Preventing HPV Cancers in Action: The Critical Role of the Dentist" at 10:00 AM PT on Wednesday, March 23.

Dental Pediatric Medicaid Reimbursement Rate Increase

Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, reimbursement rates for dental pediatric Apple Health services will increase.

WSDA News | Winter 2022

Read about Dr. Linda Edgar, candidate for ADA President-Elect, in the Winter 2022 cover story.

2022 National Health Service Corps Scholarship Opportunity

Eligible dental students are able to apply for a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) scholarship now through May 5, 2022.

New HPI Poll Results: Staffing Impacts on Dental Practices

See key findings from the second wave of HPI’s Economic Outlook and Emerging Issues in Dentistry poll.

Board of Denturists Special Topics Committee Rules Workshop – April 8

The Board of Denturists will convene a special topics committee on Friday, April 8 at 4:00 PM to begin rulemaking regarding the placement of prefabricated abutments.

DQAC Business Meeting – March 11

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, March 11 at 8:30 AM.

Live Webinar on March 9: The Changing Dentist Workforce

Join HPI on March 9 for an interactive webinar to discuss key findings from the latest data on the dentist workforce.

HCA: New over the phone and video remote interpreting contract coming

ADA Masking Toolkit Clarification

The ADA recently released a toolkit on indoor masking in dental practice public spaces. The toolkit covers CDC masking recommendations for patients and the general public and acknowledges that dentists must still comply with statewide and local masking requirements. In Washington state, masks are still required in health care facilities such as hospitals, long term care settings, and dental offices.

HCA: Provider Directory – March 2022

Indoor Mask Mandate to End March 12 – What Does This Mean for Dental Offices?

Updated: Governor Inslee announced that starting March 12, 2022, the statewide mask requirement will be lifted in most indoor spaces. Masks will still be required in health care facilities such as hospitals, long term care settings, and dental offices.

ADA Advises Dentists to Be On Alert for Internet Security Risks

Federal agencies warn of possible cyber incidents in wake of Russia’s attacks against Ukraine.

Apply for the New & Emerging Speaker Series by March 21

WSDA is now accepting applications for the New & Emerging Speaker Series at PNDC 2022. Apply by March 21.

Apply for the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership by April 30

The ADA is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 class of its Institute for Diversity in Leadership. Apply by April 30.

Apply to Serve as a DQAC Member by March 30

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is accepting applications to fill three dentist seats on the Commission. Apply by March 30.