WSDA News | Spring 2021

Doing Something About It: How WSDA, Delta Dental, UW School of Dentistry and Others are Confronting the Dental Hygiene Shortage

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COVID-19 Vaccine Volunteer Guide

Learn more about volunteering to administer the COVID-19 vaccine with WSDA's Vaccine Volunteer Guide.

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PNDC 2021: November 11-13 in Seattle

Reunite with the Washington dental community as we come back together in person at the dental event of the year!

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Find Your Ideal Dental Practice Location

Member exclusive! Get location-based demographic information using ADA’s interactive Practice Location Map. Visit ADA.org/PracticeMap.

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Washington State Dental Association

The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,500 member dentists, the WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate for and provide the highest quality oral health care.

COVID-19 Resources

WSDA has compiled COVID-19 resources at wsda.org/COVID-19 and will continue to add resources as they are released.

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Jun 17, 2021

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OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard Update
On June 10, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) on COVID-19.
Jun 16, 2021

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DQAC Business Meeting – June 25
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting on Friday, June 25 at 8:30 AM.
Jun 15, 2021

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Rule Update on Specialty Representation – Effective July 3, 2021
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) has modified our state’s dental specialty representation rule (WAC 246-817-420) to clarify specialty areas of practice and add requirements for those who would like to represent themselves as specialists.
Jun 9, 2021

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Dental Office COVID-19 Protections Have Worked, ADA Tells Administration
Representatives from the ADA told White House Office of Management and Budget officials last week that there is little risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 in dental offices.
Jun 8, 2021

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DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting – June 18
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Anesthesia Committee meeting on Friday, June 18 at 2:00 PM.
Jun 2, 2021

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2021 Legislative Session Summary
Washington's legislative session adjourned on April 25, 2021. Read a summary of passed legislation that may impact you as a provider, business owner, employer, or employee.
Jun 2, 2021

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What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program
The LTSS Trust Program is on track for implementation on Jan. 1, 2022 and will be funded by a .58 percent premium assessment on employee wages. Learn more about how this program will affect employers, employees and self-employed individuals.
Jun 1, 2021

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WDIA: Attract and Retain Staff with Group Medical Coverage
Many WSDA members use Washington Dentists’ Insurance Agency (WDIA) to purchase individual products such as disability, malpractice, and life to insure their livelihood, but did you know that WDIA can also help you apply for and navigate group medical coverage?
Jun 1, 2021

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DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting – June 18
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee meeting on Friday, June 18.
Jun 1, 2021

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Seattle Times Op-Ed: Dental Therapists Create a Two-Tiered System of Care
Drs. Marissa Bender and Harlyn Susarla recently authored the op-ed "Dental Therapists Create a Two-Tiered System of Care" for The Seattle Times.
May 28, 2021

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Nominate a Dentist for Citizen of the Year
Do you know a member dentist doing incredible charitable work in their community? Nominate them for WSDA Citizen of the Year!
May 27, 2021

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PPE Reimbursement Law Clarification
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) recently provided clarification regarding SB-5169, legislation that mandates health benefit plans (insurance carriers that offer medical plans) to reimburse health care providers for PPE.

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WSDA News | Spring 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine Volunteer Guide

PNDC 2021: November 11-13 in Seattle

Find Your Ideal Dental Practice Location

Washington State Dental Association

COVID-19 Resources

Latest News

OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard Update

DQAC Business Meeting – June 25

Rule Update on Specialty Representation – Effective July 3, 2021

Dental Office COVID-19 Protections Have Worked, ADA Tells Administration

DQAC Dental Anesthesia Committee Meeting – June 18

2021 Legislative Session Summary

What You Need to Know About the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program

WDIA: Attract and Retain Staff with Group Medical Coverage

DQAC Dental Infection Control Committee Meeting – June 18

Seattle Times Op-Ed: Dental Therapists Create a Two-Tiered System of Care

Nominate a Dentist for Citizen of the Year

PPE Reimbursement Law Clarification

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