The DC/Baltimore Corridor saw 171 new behavioral health providers in the latest CMS update, representing 4% of the national weekly total. This significant concentration highlights the region as a growing hub for behavioral health services, with 124 individual practitioners and 47 organizations contributing to the local workforce.
ABA Credential Breakdown
Within the individual providers, the data highlights a strong focus on Applied Behavior Analysis. The update shows 15 BCBAs and 104 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 14 providers hold dual BCBA and RBT credentials, signaling a career progression from direct care to supervisory roles. The ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 6.9 RBTs suggests a significant need for BCBA supervision to support the growing RBT workforce, which is typical in areas with increasing demand for ABA services.
Workforce Demographics and Local Presence
The individual provider workforce in the corridor shows a notable gender distribution, with 76 female providers comprising 61% of individuals, alongside 26 male providers (21%) and 22 nonbinary providers (18%). Geographically, Baltimore leads with 38 providers, followed by Silver Spring with 20, and Pikesville with 17. Among organizations, SOAR HEALTH, INC. is a prominent entity, appearing 12 times in the update, indicating its significant presence in the region. This influx of new RBTs, coupled with a steady base of BCBAs, suggests continued expansion of ABA services and increasing access to care across the DC/Baltimore Corridor.
