Mississippi saw a total of 30 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update. While this represented 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a smaller contribution to overall national growth, a significant 17 providers were newly added this week, matching the year-to-date total for new enrollments. This suggests a localized but active expansion within Mississippi's behavioral health sector. Of these, 25 were individuals and 5 were organizations.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Examining the credential mix, the data shows 2 BCBAs and 4 RBTs. It is important to note that these counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials. This dual credential signifies both direct service capacity and the ability to supervise. With 3 BCBA-level providers available to oversee 4 RBTs, Mississippi demonstrates a healthy supervision ratio, suggesting adequate capacity for quality ABA service delivery within this cohort of new providers.
Workforce Demographics and Diversity
The demographic breakdown reveals a predominantly female workforce, with 21 female providers accounting for 84% of individual enrollees, while 4 male providers made up 16%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's data. Additionally, 7 providers reported holding multiple taxonomies, indicating a diverse range of specializations or integrated practice models within the state.
This data suggests a growing, female-led behavioral health workforce in Mississippi, with a strong supervisory foundation that could support the expansion of ABA services and improve access for residents.
