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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.

Meet PNDC 2018 Gold Sponsor: Delta Dental of WA & Arcora Foundation

Dental Dental of Washington & Arcora Foundation are a Gold Sponsor of the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 520.

Meet PNDC 2018 Platinum Sponsor: NORDIC

NORDIC is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 218.

Meet PNDC 2018 Platinum Sponsor: Guardian

Guardian is a Platinum Sponsor of the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue, WA. Visit them at Booth 614.

Seattle Storm Dentistry Night

Calling all Washington dental professionals! You're invited to the Seattle Storm's inaugural Dentistry Night on July 8.

Free Find-a-Dentist Headshots at PNDC 2018

If you’re attending PNDC 2018 next week, be sure to visit the WSDA outside of the Exhibit Hall to receive a FREE professional headshot!

New HCA Interpreter Services Contractor

HCA has selected a new contractor to provide interpreter services for your limited English and deaf or hard of hearing patients. The new contractor will start accepting requests for interpreters on July 1, 2018.

Final Week to Register Online for PNDC 2018

It's the final week to register online for PNDC 2018! Register by 11:59 PM on Monday, June 18 and simply pick up your badge when you arrive. On-site registration is also available.