Jacksonville's behavioral health sector registered 20 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update. This represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a localized influx of new registrations rather than a significant national share. Of these, 18 individuals and 2 organizations joined the registry, suggesting a mix of independent practitioners and new clinic entities entering the market.
ABA Credential Mix
Within the individual providers, the update shows 4 BCBAs and 4 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, though no providers in this specific update held dual BCBA and RBT credentials. The 1:1 ratio of BCBAs to RBTs among these new registrations suggests a strong supervisory capacity for ABA services, which is crucial for maintaining quality and ethical standards in the field. The new registrations also include diverse professionals such as Clinical Social Workers, a Psychologist, and a Speech-Language Pathologist, broadening the scope of behavioral health support in the area.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Jacksonville is predominantly female, with 17 female providers making up 94% of the total, while 1 male provider constitutes 6%. No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update, nor were any city counts inflated by corporate headquarters registrations. This data suggests a steady, diverse growth in Jacksonville's behavioral health workforce, potentially enhancing access to varied services for local families.
