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Will Delta Hold Its Annual Membership Meeting?

Washington Dental Service (WDS) is scheduled to hold its 2018 annual membership meeting on November 9, the second Friday in November. The annual meeting is required by both the WDS bylaws and state law. But after last year’s experience, many member dentists are wondering whether WDS will hold the meeting.

Free HIPAA Security Webinar From ADA

The ADA is offering a free HIPAA Security Risk Analysis Webinar on Thursday, August 9 from 12-1 PM PT.

Managed Care Info for FQHC/RHC

New information available for FQHC/RHC workers.

Disability Insurance: Are You Covered?

Although Disability Insurance does not seem like a necessary expense compared to the mortgage on your home or your electric bill, it is still crucial to have disability insurance in force and in step with your needs. Learn more about Disability Insurance coverage from Washington Dentists' Insurance Agency (WDIA).

Preparing For the Worst: Dr. Ron Hsu's Mission to Save Avulsed Teeth

Learn about WSDA member Dr. Ron Hsu's dedication to educating practitioners and interested parties in education, sports, industry, and appropriate governmental agencies about optimal prevention, research, and treatment service in the field of traumatic dental injuries.

PMP: Why You Should Utilize It Sooner Rather Than Later

Learn more about Washington's Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP), why you should consider utilizing it in your practice, and tips and tricks to help practitioners use the system.

Tax-Cuts & Jobs Act: Meals & Entertainment

WSDA preferred accounting and tax firm The Dental Group, LLC shares information for dentists regarding the treatment of meals and entertainment expenses effective this year.

Updated Dental Rules

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) recently adopted rule amendments to dentist continuing education (CE) rules and added a new rule requiring dentists to complete a one-time training in suicide prevention.

DOH Online Credential Application

The Washington State Department of Health has rolled out an online application for dentist and dentist resident limited credentials.

Effectively Manage Your New Employees Through Transition

Lynne Nelson of Columbia Bank, a WSDA preferred lender, shares “Tips to tackling the transition process.”

HCA Interpreter Services Webinars

HCA Interpreter Services Update

2018 State Fiscal Year End: ProviderOne Payment Schedule Change

Drug Take-Back Program Update

The Drug Take-Back Program now has a page on the Washington State Department of Health website.

New Managed Care Dental FAQs

Are you a provider with questions about Apple Health dental moving to managed care? Learn more from the HCA.

2018 WSDA President's Awards

On Wednesday, June 20, WSDA President Dr. Cynthia Pauley celebrated several deserving individuals and groups by granting them 2018 WSDA President's Awards during the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference.

PNDC 2018 is This Week in Bellevue

PNDC 2018 is this Thursday through Saturday! Don't miss out on Gordon Christensen, Lee Ann Brady, John Alonge and dozens of other dental speakers at Washington's largest dental conference. Online registration extended through Saturday!

John Lovick Campaign Kickoff

Representative Lovick has been a solid supporter of organized dentistry and is facing an opponent who supports the creation of a midlevel provider. Consider attending his campaign kickoff event on Tuesday, June 19.

Meet PNDC 2018 Platinum Sponsor: Coordinated Care & Envolve Dental

Coordinated Care and Envolve Dental are a Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 531.

Meet PNDC 2018 Platinum Sponsor: WDIA

WDIA is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 119.