News Items

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.

Sep 10, 2018

Dental Medicaid Program Managed Care Update

The Health Care Authority (HCA) announced today that the implementation of the managed care dental program will be delayed until July 1, 2019.

Sep 6, 2018

Managed Care Dental Implementation Update

The Health Care Authority's (HCA) Managed Care Dental Program will not be implemented until July 1, 2019.

Sep 5, 2018

Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support

Register today for the free WSDA Academy course "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson on Tuesday, October 2.

Sep 4, 2018

WSDA News Issue 8

Read Issue 8 of the WSDA News magazine online today!

Aug 30, 2018

Tell Us About Your Workforce Issues

Please complete a brief survey about your experience with the dental workforce in Washington.

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 28, 2018

Comment on Proposed Infection Control Rule Changes

Please provide comments to DQAC regarding the Dental Infection Control Committee's proposed changes to dental infection control rules before Friday, September 7.

Aug 27, 2018

Safeguard Your Practice’s Digital Information from Ransomware, Other Data Threats

The Digital Dental Record advises every dental practice to take preventive measures to preserve the safety and integrity of its data. Learn more about steps dental offices can take to protect data from this ADA- and WSDA-endorsed company.

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 21, 2018

Health Professional Shortage Area Survey

Please complete the Washington State Department of Health's Health Professional Shortage Area Survey.

Aug 20, 2018

Proposed Rule Changes to Hygienist Tasks Under General Supervision

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is looking for stakeholder comments on proposed rule amendments to WAC 246-817-550 Acts that may be performed by licensed dental hygienists under general supervision.

Aug 20, 2018

Delta Meeting Petition Deadline Aug. 24

Delta member dentists, make sure to send in your signed petition by this Friday, August 24.

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

Reminder: Submit Feedback on Proposed Opioid Prescribing Rules

Please provide feedback on the Dental Quality Assurance Commission’s (DQAC) proposed version of opioid prescribing rules online by August 31 or in person on September 7.

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