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.
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Sep 15, 2026
Save the Date! PNDC 2027 is April 1-3 in Seattle
Mark your calendar today for high-quality CE, exhibits, special events and more at Washington’s largest dental conference.
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.
Sep 9, 2026
ADA: Submit Code Change Requests for CDT 2028 by November 1
Code change requests for CDT 2028 are due by Nov. 1, 2026. Accepted changes will appear in CDT 2028 and go into effect Jan. 1, 2028.
Sep 1, 2026
WSDA Member Ivy Lin, DMD Among ADA '10 Under 10' Award Winners
Congratulations to WSDA member Dr. Ivy Lin for being named an American Dental Association 10 Under 10 Award winner.
Aug 26, 2026
Free Webinar: The Numbers Driven Practice - For Practice Owners, Sellers and Buyers
Earn 2 CE credits by attending the webinar, The Numbers Driven Practice - For Practice Owners, Sellers and Buyers, presented by OMNI Practice Group on Thursday, September 24.
Aug 25, 2026
WSDA Endorses Weave as Patient Engagement Platform
Washington State Dental Association and ADA Member Advantage have endorsed Weave to provide its artificial intelligence-powered patient communications and engagement platform to members.
Aug 24, 2026
ADA: New Chairside Tool Supports Care for Patients with Prosthetic Joint Replacements
Based on guidance from a recent CSA Association Report published in JADA, the resource includes a clinical evaluation flowchart and other practical information to help inform patient care.
Aug 19, 2026
WSDA Member Appreciation Night: 9/18 in Spokane
We're thrilled to invite our members to WSDA Member Appreciation Night! Join us on Friday, September 18 during the House of Delegates meeting for an evening of celebration, connection, and gratitude.
Aug 18, 2026
ADA: FinCEN Permanently Ends Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements for US Small Businesses
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has finalized a rule making permanent in regulation the exemption from beneficial ownership information reporting requirements for US companies, delivering the permanent relief the ADA had sought for dental practices.
Aug 13, 2026
2026 WSDA House of Delegates: Sept. 17-19 in Spokane
The 2026 WSDA House of Delegates, the governing body of the Association, will be held September 17-19 at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane. See current resolutions, delegates, candidates for elected positions and more.
Aug 6, 2026
August 28 Webinar: Town Hall with WSDA President Dr. Lisa Egbert
WSDA members are invited to join us on Friday, August 28, from 12:00-1:00 PM for an interactive webinar with Dr. Lisa Egbert to hear updates on important issues affecting organized dentistry, ask your questions live, and engage in an open discussion.
Aug 6, 2026
August 21 Webinar: Update on Washington's Political Landscape
WSDA members are invited to join us on Friday, August 21, from 12:00–1:00 PM as WSDA hosts political analysts Ben Anderstone and Paul Graves for an informative webinar on Washington state's 2026 elections.
Jul 31, 2026
Master Perfect Fitting Crowns & Network with Dandy
WSDA Members: Join Dandy on Thursday, August 27 at Aerlume Seattle for a free, exclusive evening of education, networking, and fine dining. RSVP by August 21.
Jul 30, 2026
Free Webinar: Understanding the SAVE Plan and Other July 1 Changes
Register today for the upcoming student loan webinar, Understanding the SAVE Plan and Other July 1 Changes, presented by TISLA on Tuesday, August 11. This session will explain the SAVE plan transition, describe all available plans and give tips on how to choose a new plan.
Jul 14, 2026
ADA: Credentialing 101: What New Dentists Need to Know
Credentialing is the process of verifying a dentist’s qualifications so they can participate with insurance plans and receive reimbursement. “My biggest advice to new dentists is before they start applying for jobs or changing offices, it’s good to have all the documents ready.”
Jul 9, 2026
Finding The Best Business Owners Policy for Your Practice
WDIA can help you navigate the coverage needs for your practice. “Our main goal is to provide you with the best coverage for your business. Within the many carriers that we work with, we shop around to get the best rates for what you need.”
Jul 8, 2026
Mediation Provides Foundation for 2027 Dental Benefits Advocacy
This update details results of the recently completed mediation process that was legislatively mandated by Substitute Senate Bill 5351, WSDA’s dental benefits reform legislation passed in 2025.
Jul 7, 2026
Periodontics | Walla Walla | Owner – Private Practice | Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine
Jul 2, 2026
Dental Benefits Resources from WSDA
WSDA has dental benefits resources to help member dentists and their teams, including 1:1 support and new letter templates to help you communicate with insurance companies when a claim payment is delayed.
