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Apple Health Provider Alert: Billing Multiple Units of Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia

Be an Expert Witness for DQAC

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is looking for dentists to serve as contracted expert witnesses.

Bill Raising Legal Age to Purchase Tobacco Signed Into Law

Last week, Governor Jay Inslee signed Engrossed House Bill (EHB) 1074, “Tobacco 21,” into law, raising the legal age to purchase tobacco and vapor products from 18 to 21.

Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran Features Delta Lawsuit

President-elect Dr. Dennis Bradshaw, board member Dr. Todd Irwin and ​Executive Director Bracken Killpack were recently ​interviewed about the lawsuit against Delta Dental of Washington on an episode of Howard Farran's "Dentistry Uncensored​" podcast.

Trending Courses at PNDC 2019

With dozens of courses available at Washington's largest dental conference, which will you choose? Here's what our registered attendees have to say!

An Updated Review on Periodontal Disease Classifications, Treatment Options, Maintenance Strategies

Members up to 10 years out of dental school can register today for the WSDA Academy course "An Updated Review on Periodontal Disease Classifications, Treatment Options, Maintenance Strategies" with Dr. Kevin Suzuki on Saturday, May 18.

Dental Prescription Coverage

Meet CE Requirements at PNDC 2019: Opioid Prescribing, Suicide Prevention & More

Meet Washington state's opioid prescribing, suicide prevention, minimal sedation or basic life support (BLS) CE requirements at PNDC 2019, held June 20-22 in Bellevue.

Apply by June 30 for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions

Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.

Information About Managed Care Dental Sent to Apple Health Clients

Health Care Authority (HCA) has sent letters to all eligible Apple Health clients that managed care dental will be implemented on July 1, 2019.

Help Wanted: Washington's Hygienist and Assistant Shortage

Dental hygienists and assistants are in short supply, and that’s affecting access to dental services in both public and private dental offices.

HCA Rulemaking Notice - Orthodontic Treatment & Orthodontic-Related Services

Delta Lawsuit Update & Media Coverage

Last month, three member dentists and WSDA filed a lawsuit against Delta Dental (WDS). Earlier this week, Delta issued a statement to its members about the lawsuit. We thought it was important to clear up some misinformation contained in that statement.

King 5 News: Lawsuit Accuses Delta Dental of Ignoring Dentists' Concerns

KING 5 News recently spoke with Dr. Todd Irwin, one of three dentists who, along with WSDA, have filed a legal complaint against Delta Dental of Washington.

Some Dental Clients Now Eligible for Mandibular Advancement Devices with Apple Health

As of January 1, 2019, Apple Health clients who have been under the care of a sleep medicine physician and are not able to use CPAP for treatment of OSA are eligible to have a custom MAD created for the treatment of their OSA.

Bipartisan Legislation to Reform McCarran-Ferguson Introduced in Congress

The ADA and dentists have been advocating for decades to repeal the 1945 McCarran-Ferguson Act antitrust exemption for the health insurance industry. In February, legislation was introduced in both chambers of Congress and is a win for dentistry.

Apply for WSDA/ADA Elected Positions

Applications are now open to run for several elected WSDA and ADA positions. Apply by June 30.

WSDA News: Winter 2019

The Winter 2019 issue of the WSDA News is available online!

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

Space still remains in our March 19 WSDA Academy Course "Incorporating Removable Prosthodontics Into Your Practice, With and Without Implant Support" with Dr. Michael Johnson. Register today!

Reminder: Register for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Training

Register today for Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: New Opioid Prescribing Guideline and Rules from Washington State, a free training in Wenatchee on Friday, May 3.