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WSDA Office Closed for the Holidays

The WSDA office is closed through January 1, 2019. We will reopen at 8:30 AM on January 2. Happy holidays!

Health Care Authority Rulemaking Notice

Senate Introduces Bill to Amend McCarran-Ferguson Act

Legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate Dec. 19 to amend the McCarran-Ferguson Act, which would authorize the Federal Trade Commission and the Justice Department to enforce federal antitrust laws against health insurance companies.

Changes to Interpreter Services Program

Reminder: Paid Family & Medical Leave Requirements Start Jan. 1

Employers will need to offer paid family and medical leave starting January 1, 2020. Prepare your office for requirements that will begin to take effect January 1, 2019.

Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 21

Dental Action Day 2019 will be held on Thursday, January 31. Register by Monday, January 21!

Action for Dental Health Act is Now Law

The Action for Dental Health Act, legislation aimed at improving oral health and access to oral health care, is now law.

Members-Only Holiday Deals from Lenovo

Members can save up to 44% on laptops, smart home displays and more this holiday season through Lenovo.

ADA 10 Under 10 Award

The ADA 10 Under 10 Award recognizes ten new dentists for excellence in science, research and education, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership, advocacy and more. Nominate a new dentist by December 31!

Proposed Changes to Overtime Eligibility

The Department of Labor and Industries has proposed new changes to overtime eligibility. Submit comments on the pre-draft proposed rule by December 14.

Give the Gift of Dental Health

Support the WSDA Foundation this holiday season.

Delta Special Meeting Certified Results

Certified results have been released and we are pleased to report that the bylaw amendments and resolution officially passed with nearly 96% of the vote.

DQAC Rules Needing Comment

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is considering rule changes that could have a significant impact on your practice.

Paid Sick Leave vs. Paid Family & Medical Leave: What's the Difference?

Learn the difference between Washington's Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family and Medical Leave programs.

Renew Your Membership by Jan. 1

Please renew your ADA, WSDA and local dental society membership for 2019 by January 1.

WSDA-Introduced Dental Benefits Resolution Passes at ADA House of Delegates

The ADA House of Delegates approved a resolution, introduced by the WSDA, relating to dental benefits that seeks to “minimize interference of dental benefit carriers into the doctor-patient relationship.”

Reminder: Dec. 7 Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.

Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing - Dec. 7

The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold an Opioid Prescribing Rules Hearing on Friday, December 7, 2018. Written comments will be accepted through November 30, 2018.

Additional Complaint Filed Against Corporate Dental Chain

The WSDA has filed a complaint with the Washington State Department of Health, alleging dental clinics operated by Lone Peak Management Group, LLC (Lone Peak) are engaging in dangerous and deceptive practices.

Delta Special Meeting Results

Thank you to the hundreds of member dentists from around the state who attended the Delta Special Meeting yesterday afternoon and the hundreds more who voted by proxy! Preliminary results indicate the bylaw amendments passed with 95% of the vote.