News Items

Additional Amalgam Separator Requirements

Under a federal rule adopted by the EPA in 2017, many dental practices will need an installed amalgam separator by July 14, 2020.

Reminder: New Face Covering Requirements Effective July 7

Beginning July 7, businesses will not be able to serve customers or visitors who aren’t wearing face coverings.

Dental/Orthodontic Payment Methodology Changes Delayed Until Further Notice

Medicaid Providers Requesting Interpreter Services During Washington's State of Emergency

ADA Webinar: Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO

Join the ADA on Friday, July 10 for the webinar "Things to Consider When Deciding Whether to Join a PPO."

Medicaid & CHIP Provider Relief Fund

This month, HHS added Medicaid and CHIP providers to the groups eligible to receive funding through the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund. Apply by July 20.

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting - June 30

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Educational Outreach Committee webinar meeting on ​Tuesday, June 30.

DQAC Dental Continuing Competency Committee Meeting - July 8

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee webinar meeting on Wednesday, July 8.

Statewide Face Covering Order Goes Into Effect Friday

Beginning Friday, June 26, the use of face coverings in any indoor or outdoor public setting is required in the state of Washington.

E-Prescribing Requirement Delayed

The Washington state Secretary of Health has issued a nine-month waiver from complying with the electronic prescribing requirements of RCW 69.50.312 (1).

Governor Inslee Issued Proclamation 20-59 Temporary Practice Permit

On Friday, June 19, Governor Inslee issued Proclamation 20-59, relating to temporary practice permits for recent graduates entering the dental, pharmacy and dental hygienist professions.

Medicaid providers requesting interpreter services during Washington's state of emergency

WSDA Secures N95 & Surgical Masks for WA Dentists

WSDA is excited to announce that we have secured 340,000 NIOSH-approved N95 masks and 560,000 surgical masks for Washington dentists.

Training and Resources for CARES Act Provider Relief Funding

An update from the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) on training and resources for applying for Cares Act Provider Relief Funding.

DOSH Respirator Requirement Update & Fit Test Resources

Updates regarding DOSH Directives 11.80 and 1.70, plus information and resources to help members comply with the current DOSH requirements.

WSDA Board Anti-Discrimination Statement

Our dental community is comprised of people from all backgrounds and walks of life — this diversity makes us stronger and more capable of providing optimal oral health care to all patients.

ADA Accelerator Series Webinar - June 25

Save the date for the next ADA Accelerator Webinar Series session, “Preparing for Pregnancy: Managing your Business and Your Health” on June 25.

Updated CDC Dental Guidelines

CDC has updated its Guidance for Dental Settings During the COVID-19 Response.

Department of Health and Human Services Finalizes Section 1557 Regulations

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has amended the final rule on Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act.

Raise the Bar: A Message from D-MMEX Easyrefine

A special offer on precious metal refining for WSDA members from WSDA-endorsed D-MMEX Easyrefine.