News Items

Nov 5, 2026

Dr. Fotinos Panagakos: A Milestone Summer

"None of this progress would be possible without the dedicated faculty and staff and our sustained partnership with WSDA. Thank you for supporting us as we continue to build a dental workforce for communities that need it most."

Nov 2, 2026

ADA: Give Veterans a Smile

As Veterans Day approaches, we pause to thank and honor all who have bravely served our country. A meaningful way to give back is by helping to meet their oral health needs. Join the GVAS movement and provide essential dental care to those who served.

Oct 22, 2026

Registration is Open for PNDC 2027!

Registration is open now for the 2027 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, April 1-3 in Seattle! Earn 20+ CE credits, shop the Exhibit Hall, enjoy special events and more all for one low price.

Oct 16, 2026

Happy Hour in Seattle with Dandy

WSDA Members: Join Dandy at Dead Line Seattle for a free evening of great company, delicious bites, and an open bar.

Oct 6, 2026

Do Not Attend or Submit Proxy: DDWA Annual Meeting

Again this year, WSDA is calling on dentists to stand united and send Delta Dental of Washington (DDWA) a clear message: Change your anticompetitive out-of-network reimbursement policy. DDWA continues to defend a policy that penalizes patients and dentists. Business as usual is unacceptable.

Oct 6, 2026

Dear ADA: Recoupments

In response to an ADA Health Policy Institute poll in late 2025, more than half of dentists reported that one of their top concerns looking ahead to 2026 was related to insurance, including low insurance reimbursement rates and delayed or denied payments.

Sep 24, 2026

Dr. Lisa Egbert: Keeping the Good Things Going – and Growing

"I have long believed that WSDA is a community, and we need to take care of each other. Over the past year, I have seen WSDA fulfill that promise and build an even stronger foundation for future success. Advocacy, Support, Excellence — I’m counting on all of us to keep the good things going!"

Sep 16, 2026

New Benefit: In-Office Membership Plan Guide

WSDA is excited to share a new member benefit — an updated guide to creating and administering legally compliant in-office membership plans for Washington dental offices.

Sep 10, 2026

ADA: Aetna Resolves Medicare Claims-Processing Error After ADA Push

Thanks to efforts by the American Dental Association, Aetna has resolved a processing issue that affected reimbursements for out-of-network Medicare Advantage dental claims. The ADA reminds dentists to be vigilant when reviewing explanations of benefits.