Idaho saw 55 behavioral health providers added in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update, representing 1% of the national total. This modest influx suggests a smaller, potentially developing, behavioral health market in the state compared to more populous regions, with implications for the growth of specialized services like ABA.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Within the applied behavior analysis (ABA) sector, the data shows 1 BCBA credential and 10 RBT credentials. It is important to note that 1 individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials. This means there is effectively one BCBA available to supervise nine RBTs who do not also hold the BCBA credential, indicating a very lean supervisory structure for ABA services. Beyond ABA, the state also saw 10 LPCs, 3 LCPC credentials, 3 LCSW credentials, and 2 LMSW credentials, suggesting a broader base of general mental health counseling professionals.
Workforce Demographics
Of the 43 individual providers registered, 27 are female, 14 are male, and 2 identify as nonbinary. This gender distribution is generally consistent with national trends in the behavioral health field. The update also included 12 organizations. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's data to indicate significant expansion. The top cities for new providers included Boise, Meridian, Pocatello, Coeur d'Alene, and Eagle.
The limited number of BCBAs in this update suggests that while there is some growth in the RBT workforce, the overall capacity for comprehensive ABA service delivery in Idaho remains constrained, potentially limiting access for individuals needing these specialized services.
