North Carolina added 132 behavioral health providers in the latest weekly CMS NPI registry update, representing 3% of the national total. This consistent contribution signals a steady growth in the state's behavioral health sector, indicating an ongoing effort to meet service demands.
ABA Workforce Composition
Within the applied behavior analysis (ABA) field, the data shows 12 providers listing BCBA as a credential and 41 providers listing RBT. Additionally, one individual holds a dual BCBA+RBT credential, often reflecting career progression from technician to supervisor. These counts represent specific credential listings, and individuals may hold multiple credentials across different categories. The ratio of RBTs to BCBAs, approximately 3.4-to-1, suggests a solid base for direct ABA service delivery under appropriate clinical supervision.
Provider Demographics
Of the 98 individual providers, the workforce is predominantly female, with 72 individuals (73%) identifying as female. Male providers account for 14 individuals (14%), and 12 individuals (12%) identify as nonbinary. Among organizations, RHA HEALTH SERVICES NC LLC appeared twice in this week's data, indicating its continued expansion or new enrollments across multiple locations.
This influx of new behavioral health professionals, particularly RBTs, points to a growing capacity for direct ABA service delivery and broader behavioral health access across North Carolina.
