Charlotte's behavioral health sector saw 70 providers registered in the latest CMS NPI registry update, with 24 new registrations this week alone. This represents 1% of the national weekly total, signaling consistent growth in the area. The new additions include 60 individual practitioners and 10 organizations, all based within Charlotte, NC.

ABA Credential Mix

Focusing on Applied Behavior Analysis, the data shows 3 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and 7 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) among the new individual providers. Notably, 2 providers hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, illustrating a common career progression within the field. This ratio of approximately 2.3 RBTs for every BCBA suggests a healthy capacity for clinical supervision, which is crucial for delivering quality ABA services. Other credentials observed include various Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) designations.

Workforce Demographics

The individual provider workforce in Charlotte is predominantly female, with 53 female providers accounting for 88% of the total. Male providers number 6, making up 10%, and 1 provider identified as nonbinary, representing 2%. HEMERA HOME CARE LLC was the only organization to register multiple providers, with 2 entries. This steady influx of diverse behavioral health professionals, particularly within ABA, indicates a growing and active workforce poised to enhance access to care in Charlotte.