Denver's behavioral health sector saw 36 providers registered in the latest CMS NPI update. This represents 0 percent of the national weekly total, indicating a localized rather than widespread surge. Notably, 19 providers were new this week, reflecting recent activity. Of the total, 27 individual practitioners and 9 organizations were recorded.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the ABA field, Denver recorded 2 BCBAs and 4 RBTs. The absence of dual BCBA+RBT credentials suggests distinct career paths within this week's additions. This ratio of one BCBA for every two RBTs indicates a healthy supervision capacity, crucial for quality ABA service delivery. Beyond ABA, the update also included other behavioral health professionals such as 3 LPCs, 2 LPCCs, 2 LCSWs, 1 SWC, 1 PSYD, LMFT, 1 MPA, and 1 RN, CAC III, contributing to the broader mental health landscape.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Denver is predominantly female, with 23 female providers constituting 85% of the total, compared to 4 male providers, who make up 15%. No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update, suggesting a diverse market rather than dominance by a few large chains. This recent influx of new providers, particularly with a healthy BCBA-to-RBT ratio, suggests a positive trend for expanding access to behavioral health services in Denver.
