Apr 11, 2018
Bill Expanding ABCD Program Signed Into Law
SB 6549, supported by WSDA, further expands the Access to Baby & Child Dentistry (ABCD) program to include children with disabilities up to age 13.
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Apr 11, 2018
Updates to Apple Health Billing Guides
Attention Medicaid Providers: The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently published updates to the Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD), Dental-Related Services Program, and Orthodontic Services Billing Guides.
Apr 11, 2018
Apple Health Managed Care Community Engagement Sessions
The Washington State Health Care Authority is hosting four community engagement sessions in April to give clients and providers an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback about Apple Health dental services moving to managed care.
Apr 11, 2018
New Medicaid Opioid Prescribing Policy Takes Effect November 1
On August 23, 2017, the state Health Care Authority (HCA) announced a new clinical policy about opioid prescribing for Apple Health (Medicaid). This new policy will take effect on November 1, 2017.
Apr 11, 2018
Uniform Medical Plan Members: New Opioid Policy for UMP Starts January 2, 2018
As part of Washington State’s strategy to combat this crisis through prevention as well as treatment, the Health Care Authority (HCA) has created opioid policies for Apple Health (Medicaid) and UMP.
Apr 11, 2018
HCA Provider Alert
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) recently sent a provider alert regarding changes to prior authorization requests for photographs and radiographs (x-rays).
Apr 10, 2018
Seminar: 2018 Tax Law Impact on Dentists
Join WSDA-preferred Dental Group, LLC on May 4 for a seminar on the 2018 tax law's impact on dentists.
Apr 9, 2018
Draft Opioid Prescribing Rules
Please provide comments to the Washington State Department of Health regarding draft opioid prescribing rules by Friday, April 13.
Apr 6, 2018
This Month: Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care Half-Day Conference
Register now for "Evidence-Based Dental Pain Care: A New Opioid Prescribing Guideline from Washington State," a free half-day conference held in Spokane on April 19 and Seattle on April 20.
Apr 5, 2018
Dental Continuing Competency Committee Conference Call
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Continuing Competency Committee conference call meeting on Monday, April 9, 2018 at 12:00 PM.
Apr 5, 2018
Reminder: Submit your Credentialing Application to ProviderSource by June 1, 2018
In an effort to reduce administrative burdens for providers in Washington State, the Legislature passed Second Substitute House Bill 2335 in 2016, which requires providers to submit credentialing applications to a single credentialing database, Medversant’s ProviderSource, by June 1, 2018.
Apr 2, 2018
Opioids Webinar Covers Prescribing Strategies for Managing Pain
If you missed the February webinar, Improving Opioid Prescribing: The CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain, and Considerations for Dentistry, an archived version is posted on the ADA Center for Professional Success website.
Mar 30, 2018
Member Recruitment Incentives
You know the value of membership—now earn rewards for sharing it with others! You can attend the 2018 Pacific Northwest Dental Conference for free and earn up to $500 in gift cards from the ADA for recruiting eligible non-member dentists to membership.
Mar 29, 2018
ADA Adopts Interim Opioids Policy
On March 26, the American Dental Association announced a new interim policy on opioids that supports prescription limits and mandatory continuing education for dentists.
Mar 28, 2018
Special Care Dentistry Association 30th Annual Meeting in Seattle
Don't miss your opportunity to learn, network and interact with peers and mentors specializing in a wide range of fields dedicated to promoting oral health and well-being for people with special needs at the Special Care Dentistry Association's 30th Annual Meeting, April 27-29 in Seattle.
Mar 28, 2018
Reminder: Apply for DQAC by This Friday
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) is currently seeking applications for three dentist positions. Apply by March 30.
Mar 27, 2018
Registration Now Open for PNDC 2018
Join thousands of dental professionals June 21-23 at PNDC 2018, Washington's largest dental conference. Featuring dozens of dental speakers from across the country, PNDC lets you earn up to 20 CE credits in three days.
Mar 27, 2018
Have You Used Your PNDC Member Benefit?
WSDA members pay just $175-$275 (at the Early Bird rate) to attend the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference, held June 21-23 in Bellevue. Have you taken advantage of your benefit?
Mar 26, 2018
Dental Infection Control Committee Conference Call
The Dental Quality Assurance Commission (DQAC) will hold a Dental Infection Control Committee conference call meeting on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 1:00 PM.
Mar 21, 2018
DQAC Update
Stay up to date on dental rules, both proposed and in progress, regarding CE requirements, dentist suicide prevention education, infection control, dental anesthesia, delegation to dental hygienists under general supervision, and specialty recognition.
