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Three Things You Need to Know: 

1) WMC offices will be closed, Friday July 4th.

2) The summer edition of the WMC newsletter is now available [ [link removed] ].

3)Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the measles virus. Measles can cause serious health complications, especially for babies and young children. Learn More [ [link removed] ]





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*Join the WMC as a Public Member*

The WMC is seeking dedicated public members to help protect the public and ensure quality healthcare in Washington State. The WMC is composed of 21 Governor-appointed members, including 6 public members who bring valuable community perspectives to our work. If you're passionate about public service and want to make a meaningful impact on healthcare in our state, consider applying to serve on the WMC. Learn more about our meeting schedule and responsibilities at: Medical Commission Members | Washington Medical Commission [ [link removed] ]. We also have an informational video [ [link removed] ] on our YouTube channel that outlines the roles and responsibilities of WMC members. If you’re interested, please submit an application via the Governor’s site: Apply to Serve | Governor Bob Ferguson [ [link removed] ]. If you have any questions, please contact our Program Manager <[email protected]>, Amelia Boyd.


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Pharmacy Closures and Prescription Transfers of Noncontrolled Legend Drugs

In May 2025, Rite Aid filed for bankruptcy, which is expected to lead to pharmacy closures nationwide. As a result, there may be changes to the pharmacy sector in Washington State, including a potential increase in prescription transfers. Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) approved a guidance document titled "Pharmacy Closures and Prescription Transfers of Noncontrolled Legend Drugs Under WAC 246-945-345" [ [link removed] ]. This guidance is effective until November 6, 2025. The guidance document will be posted to the commission’s policies, procedures, and guidelines webpage [ [link removed] ]. 


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Rules Workshop: Opioid Prescribing General Provisions for MDs & PAs

The WMC is considering amending the following opioid prescribing rules to modernize the language, add clarity, and bring the rules more in line with current practice: MD WACs 246-919-850 [ [link removed] ] through 246-919-985 [ [link removed] ] and PA WACs 246-918-800 [ [link removed] ] through 246-918-935 [ [link removed] ]. Learn More [ [link removed] ]


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Upcoming Events

July 04 - WMC Offices Closed [ [link removed] ]

July 10 - Personal Appearances [ [link removed] ]

July 24 - Policy Committee [ [link removed] ]

August 21 - Personal Appearances [ [link removed] ]

August 22 - WMC Business Meeting [ [link removed] ]

September 01 - WMC Offices Closed [ [link removed] ]

September 25 - Policy: Interested Parties [ [link removed] ]

 

CONTACT US

Washington Medical Commission. 

PO Box 47866 

Olympia, WA 98504-7866 

Phone: 360-236-2750 

WMC.wa.gov [ [link removed] ]

[email protected]

 

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ABOUT THE COMMISSION 

Your WA Medical Commission (WMC) currently regulates about 34,000 licenses, more than 3,000 of which are Physician Assistants. 

The WMC is composed of 21 governor-appointed members, including:


* 13 physicians, one from each congressional district and three at-large positions
* Six public members
* Two physician assistants.

The WMC also employs staff based in Tumwater and Spokane, WA. The professional staff includes attorneys and physicians. 

EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS 

We provide speakers and subject matter experts on a variety of topics, including:


* Opioid prescribing
* Reduction of medical errors
* Patient rights
* Patient safety
* Effective communication
* General who we are and what we do

We are also happy to work with you to design an event or webinar. Email us <[email protected]> for more information.















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