Kentucky's behavioral health sector saw 83 total providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, contributing 1% to the national weekly total. Of these, 33 providers were new this week, indicating a steady, albeit modest, growth in the state's behavioral health workforce. This activity includes 69 individual practitioners and 14 organizations, reflecting a diverse mix of service providers.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Focusing on the ABA workforce, the data identifies 5 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and 8 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) by credential. It is important to note that one individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials, indicating career progression within the field. This results in a ratio of approximately 1.6 RBTs per BCBA, which is lower than typical clinic ratios and might suggest a need for more direct service providers or that many BCBAs are also engaged in direct care. Additionally, one BCBA is also noted with an LBA (Licensed Behavior Analyst) credential, essential for state-level practice in Kentucky.
Workforce Demographics and Organizations
The individual provider workforce in Kentucky is predominantly female, with 59 women accounting for 86% of individual providers. Male providers comprise 10 individuals, or 14%. No nonbinary providers were reported in this update. Among organizations, "ADULT DAY HEALTH, INC." appeared twice, indicating its presence in the state's behavioral health landscape.
This snapshot suggests a growing but still developing ABA workforce in Kentucky, with a particular need to balance supervisory and direct care roles to enhance access to services across the state.
