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WSDA News | Issue 3, 2023

Featuring 2023-2024 WSDA President Dr. Nathan Russell, members' volunteer experiences and more.

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The Washington State Dental Association (WSDA) is the voice of dentistry in Washington. With over 4,400 member dentists, WSDA is dedicated to empowering members to advocate for and provide the highest quality oral health care.

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Jan 31, 2023

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2023 Legislative Session Update: Week 3 (Jan. 23-29)
Week three of the 2023 Washington state legislative session saw many more bills introduced and heard in committees. WSDA continues to track bills concerning a variety of issues, read more for an update on week three activities.
Jan 26, 2023

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Free Webinar: What You Need to Know About DQAC Investigations
Join The Dentists Insurance Company (TDIC) on Thursday, Feb. 9 for a free webinar covering what Washington dentists should know about investigations by the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC).
Jan 21, 2023

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Apply for the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership by April 28
The ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership (IDL) is designed to enhance the leadership skills of dentists who belong to racial, ethnic and/or gender backgrounds that have been traditionally underrepresented in leadership roles. Apply by April 28.
Jan 20, 2023

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2023 Legislative Session Update: Weeks 1 & 2
Washington state’s 105-day legislative session commenced on Monday, Jan. 9. Learn more about developments from the first two weeks of session.
Jan 19, 2023

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D-MMEX: Act Now to Earn 7% More on Your Precious Metals
All WSDA members receive a standard 5% bonus on the total value of all precious metals submitted to D-MMEX Easyrefine. Until March 31, Easyrefine is adding another 2% bonus, so you receive a total uplift of 7% on the value of the dental scrap metals you submit.
Jan 13, 2023

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Reminder for Employers: Quarterly Unemployment Insurance Tax Filing Updates
As a reminder, beginning with 2022 fourth quarter unemployment insurance tax reports, which are due by Jan. 31, 2023, employers must include Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes as well as upgrade to the latest version of Employer Account Management Services (EAMS).
Jan 12, 2023

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Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 13
Join member dentists and dental students from across the state on Friday, Jan. 27 at Dental Action Day in Olympia to advocate for your profession as you meet with local legislators to discuss WSDA's legislative priorities. Register by Jan. 13!
Jan 12, 2023

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Board of Denturists Business Meeting – Jan. 27
The Board of Denturists will hold its next business meeting via webinar on Friday, Jan. 27 at 12:00 PM.
Jan 12, 2023

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DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 20
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next business meeting in a hybrid format on Friday, Jan. 20 at 10:00 AM.
Jan 11, 2023

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DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – Jan. 12
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold its next Dental Educational Outreach Committee meeting on Thursday, Jan. 12 at 12:00 PM.
Jan 4, 2023

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Cancellation of Jan. 20 Dental Anesthesia Rule Hearing
DQAC has withdrawn the CR-102 for WAC chapters 246-817-701 through 246-817-790 for administration of anesthetic agents for dental procedures and cancelled the Jan. 20 rules hearing.
Jan 4, 2023

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Get Ready for the 2023 Legislative Session
The 2023 Washington State Legislative Session begins on Monday, Jan. 9. Get involved with grassroots advocacy by registering for Dental Action Day and signing up for action alerts from WSDA.

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Free Webinar: What You Need to Know About DQAC Investigations

Apply for the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership by April 28

2023 Legislative Session Update: Weeks 1 & 2

D-MMEX: Act Now to Earn 7% More on Your Precious Metals

Reminder for Employers: Quarterly Unemployment Insurance Tax Filing Updates

Register for Dental Action Day by Jan. 13

Board of Denturists Business Meeting – Jan. 27

DQAC Business Meeting – Jan. 20

DQAC Dental Educational Outreach Committee Meeting – Jan. 12

Cancellation of Jan. 20 Dental Anesthesia Rule Hearing

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