Idaho saw 23 new behavioral health providers added in the latest CMS NPI registry update. This represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a relatively small influx of new professionals compared to other states. This modest number suggests a slower pace of expansion in Idaho's behavioral health sector this week.
ABA Workforce Composition
Within the ABA-specific credentials, the data shows 5 new Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) but 0 new Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). There were also 0 individuals holding dual BCBA and RBT credentials. The absence of new BCBAs, who are responsible for supervising RBTs, suggests a potential challenge for expanding ABA services, as RBTs require direct supervision to practice. Other behavioral health credentials included 2 Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) and 1 provider with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) credential.
Provider Demographics
Of the 14 individual providers, the gender breakdown shows 8 female providers (57%), 4 male providers (29%), and 2 nonbinary providers (14%). No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's data, suggesting a dispersed entry of new entities rather than a single dominant employer.
The limited number of new ABA professionals, particularly BCBAs, indicates that Idaho's capacity for expanding applied behavior analysis services may face constraints if this trend continues.
