Washington Administrative Code

A licensed denturist, prior to placing a prefabricated implant abutment on an implant for the purpose of fabricating, repairing, relining, or rebasing a denture, must have documented proof that a licensed dentist has examined the patient clinically. The documented proof from the …

The definitions in this section apply throughout this section and WAC 246-812-480, unless the context requires otherwise.(1) "Denturist" means an individual applying for a credential or credentialed as defined in chapter 18.30 RCW.(2) "Health care information" means any informati…

(1) A denturist shall not engage, or attempt to engage, in sexual misconduct with a current patient, or key party, inside or outside the health care setting. Sexual misconduct shall constitute grounds for disciplinary action. Sexual misconduct includes, but is not limited to:(a) …

The purpose of WAC 246-812-501 through 246-812-520 is to establish that a licensed denturist must have written policies, procedures, and requirements for infection prevention and control in denturist offices to protect the health and well-being of the people of the state of Washi…

The definitions in this section apply throughout WAC 246-812-501 through 246-812-520, unless the context clearly requires otherwise.(1) "Communicable disease" means an illness caused by an infectious agent that can be transmitted from one person, animal, or object to another pers…

(1) As used in this section, "hand hygiene" means the use of soap and water when hands are visibly soiled, otherwise an alcohol-based hand solution may be used.(2) A licensed denturist shall perform hand hygiene:(a) When hands are visibly soiled;(b) After barehanded touching of i…

(1) A licensed denturist shall post signs at entrances with instructions to patients with symptoms of respiratory infection to:(a) Cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing;(b) Use and dispose of tissues; and(c) Perform hand hygiene after hands have been in contact wit…

The use of barriers and sterilization techniques is the primary means of assuring the least possible chance of transmission of communicable diseases from denturist and staff to patients, from patient to patient, and from patient to denturist and staff. To prevent patient to patie…

The board recognizes the need to establish a means of proactively providing early recognition and treatment options for denturists whose competency may be impaired due to drug or alcohol use. The board declares such denturists be treated and monitored so they can return to, or co…

The definitions in this section apply throughout WAC 246-812-601 through 246-812-630 unless the context clearly requires otherwise.(1) "Aftercare" means a period of time after intensive treatment that provides the denturist and the denturist's family with group or individual coun…

(1) WRAMP is the board-approved monitoring program that employs staff with the qualifications and knowledge of both substance abuse and the practice of denturism as defined in this chapter to be able to evaluate:(a) Clinical laboratories;(b) Laboratory results;(c) Providers of su…

(1) Any denturist participating in the approved substance use disorder monitoring program shall:(a) Undergo a complete psychosocial evaluation by a health care professional(s) with expertise in substance use disorder before entering the approved monitoring program. The person(s) …

(1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC, Part 2.(2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:Title of FeeFee AmountOriginal application Application $350.00 Examination1,500.00 Reexamination, written500.00 Re…

The purpose of this chapter is to implement RCW 18.29.220 and 18.32.226. These laws are intended to improve access to dental care for low-income, rural, and other at-risk children by enhancing the authority of dental hygienists and dental assistants to provide dental sealant and …

The definitions of this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:(1) "Department" means the Washington state department of health.(2) "School-based program" means a program that is conducted entirely in the school setting.(3) "School-li…

(1) Dental hygienists. Solely for purposes of providing services under this chapter, dental hygienists holding endorsements under this chapter may assess by determining the need for (i.e., the absence of gross carious lesions and sealants) and acceptability of dental sealant or f…

(1) The department has issued endorsements to all dental hygienists holding valid licenses on or before April 19, 2001, the effective date of RCW 18.29.220.(2) Dental hygienists licensed after April 19, 2001, must obtain an endorsement to provide services under this chapter. Appl…

(1) The "Washington state department of health sealant/fluoride varnish program guidelines" (sealant/fluoride varnish program guidelines) have been developed, maintained and distributed by the department in partnership with the oral health community and health care practitioners.…

(1) Endorsements do not require renewal.(2) Endorsement documents are issued to the qualified applicant, and are not the property of the employer or the supervisor.(3) The following one-time, nonrefundable fee will be charged:Dental assistant application/endorsement . . . . . . $…

The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:(1) "Clinical record" means the portion of the patient record that contains information regarding the patient exam, dental hygiene care plan, treatment discussion, treatme…

An applicant for a dental hygiene license shall submit to the department the following:(1) An initial application on forms provided by the department;(2) The fee required under WAC 246-815-990;(3) Proof of successful completion of the Washington state dental hygiene drug and law …

(1) To be eligible for initial dental hygiene licensure, the applicant must have successfully completed a dental hygiene education program approved by the secretary. The secretary accepts dental hygiene programs that are accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)…

(1) An applicant seeking licensure in Washington by examination must successfully complete the following:(a) A dental hygiene clinical examination approved by the committee:(i) The Western Regional Examining Board (WREB) dental hygiene clinical examinations effective May 8, 1992;…

An individual may be eligible for a Washington state dental hygiene license if the applicant:(1) Has successfully completed a dental hygiene education program in compliance with the requirements listed in WAC 246-815-030.(2) Holds a valid, current, nonlimited license in another s…

(1) An applicant for approval of a non-CODA accredited dental hygiene expanded functions education program shall submit to the department:(a) A completed application on forms provided by the department;(b) Fees as required in WAC 246-815-990; and(c) A self-study guide which refle…

(1) Curriculum for expanded function dental hygiene education programs approved by the secretary must include didactic and clinical competency in:(a) The administration of a local anesthetic, which must include infiltration, field block and block dental injection techniques for a…

(1) To renew a dental hygienist license, an individual must:(a) Complete fifteen clock hours of continuing education each year following the first license renewal;(b) Maintain a current basic life support (BLS) for health care providers certification; and(c) Sign a declaration at…

(1) A licensed dental hygienist must complete two hours of health equity continuing education training every four years as described in WAC 246-12-800 through 246-12-830.(2) The two hours of health equity continuing education a licensed dental hygienist completes counts toward me…

Effective August 1, 2020, a licensed dental hygienist must complete a department-approved one-time training that is at least three hours in length for suicide assessment that includes screening and referral.(1) This training must be completed by the end of the first full continui…

A dental hygienist working under the appropriate supervision of a licensed dentist shall perform the following tasks:(1) Assessment, which must include:(a) Documentation of patient history.(i) Recording current and past dental oral health care; and(ii) Collection of health histor…

(1) A dental hygienist who treats patients shall maintain legible, complete, and accurate patient records.(2) The patient record must contain the clinical records and the financial records.(3) The clinical record must include at least the following information for each entry:(a) …

(1) A dental hygienist working for health care facilities or senior centers under RCW 18.29.056 shall keep readily accessible patient records for at least six years from the date of the last treatment.(2) A dental hygienist shall respond to a written request from a patient to exa…

(1) A licensee must comply with a request for records, documents, or explanation from an investigator who is acting on behalf of the secretary of the department of health by submitting the requested items within fourteen calendar days of receipt of the request by either the licen…

Offsite supervision means that a licensed dental hygienist has entered into a written practice plan under RCW 18.29.056 with a dentist licensed in Washington. The dentist must agree to be available for contact as documented in the practice plan. The dental hygienist must submit t…

A dental hygienist working for a health care facility under RCW 18.29.056 is limited to providing treatment to patients, students and residents of the health care facility. The services performed while employed, retained or contracted by the health care facility must be provided …

(1) Licenses must be renewed every year on the practitioner's birthday as provided in chapter 246-12 WAC.(2) The following nonrefundable fees will be charged:Title of FeeFeeApplication examination and reexamination. . . .$100.00Renewal. . . .70.00Late renewal penalty. . . .50.00E…

The purpose of these rules is to further clarify and define chapter 18.32 RCW, Dentistry.[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.32.035. WSR 95-21-041, § 246-817-001, filed 10/10/95, effective 11/10/95.]

The following general terms are defined within the context used in this chapter."Clinics" are locations situated away from the School of Dentistry on the University of Washington campus, as recommended by the dean in writing and approved by the DQAC."CITA" means Council of Inters…

The DQAC adopts the model procedural rules for adjudicative proceedings as adopted by the department of health and contained in chapter 246-11 WAC, including subsequent amendments.[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.32.035. WSR 95-21-041, § 246-817-015, filed 10/10/95, effective 11/10/9…

The DQAC is granted the authority to issue the following types of dental licenses or permits:(1) Licensure by examination standard. (RCW 18.32.040)(2) Licensure without examination—Licensed in another state. (RCW 18.32.215)(3) Faculty licensure. (RCW 18.32.195)(4) Dental resident…

To be eligible for Washington state dental licensure, the applicant must provide:(1) A completed application and fee. The applicant must submit a signed application and required fee as defined in WAC 246-817-990;(2) Proof of graduation from a dental school approved by the DQAC:(a…

(1) An applicant seeking dentist licensure in Washington by examination, must successfully pass a written and practical examination approved by the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (commission).The examination will consist of:(a) A written examination. The Integrated National …

For individuals holding a dentist credential in another U.S. state or territory, to be eligible for Washington state dental license without examination, the applicant must provide:(1) A completed application on forms provided by the secretary;(2) Applicable fees under WAC 246-817…

(1) The department shall provide an application for faculty licensure upon receipt of a written request from the dean of the school of dentistry of any institution of higher education in Washington state accredited by the commission on dental accreditation.(2) Applicants for facu…

(1) An applicant for Washington state dental licensure, who is a graduate of a dental school or college not accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation shall provide to the Dental Quality Assurance Commission (commission):(a) Materials listed in WAC 246-817-110 (1), (3),…

Fingerprint-based national background checks may cause a delay in credentialing. Individuals who satisfy all other licensing requirements and qualifications may receive a temporary practice permit while the national background check is completed.(1) A temporary practice permit, a…

(1) Unless there is a basis for denial of the credential or for issuance of a conditional credential, the applicant shall be issued a temporary practice permit when DQAC receives:(a) A completed application form, all other documentation required to complete the credential applica…

A military spouse or state registered domestic partner of a military person may receive a temporary practice permit while completing any specific additional requirements that are not related to training or practice standards for the profession. This section applies to dentists li…

To be eligible for registration as a dental assistant the applicant shall:(1) Provide to the department a completed application on forms provided by the department;(2) Pay applicable fees as defined in WAC 246-817-99005;(3) Provide to the department any other information determin…

To be eligible for licensure as an EFDA in Washington an applicant must:(1) Provide a completed application on forms provided by the secretary;(2) Pay applicable fees as defined in WAC 246-817-99005;(3) Provide evidence of:(a) Completion of a dental assisting education program ac…