Nebraska reported 95 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This moderate concentration of new enrollments, with 47 new providers this week and 48 new this year, suggests steady growth rather than a sudden surge in the state's behavioral health workforce. Of these, 78 are individuals and 17 are organizations, indicating a mix of independent practitioners and structured service delivery.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Focusing on the ABA workforce, Nebraska added 4 BCBAs and 23 RBTs. This ratio of approximately one BCBA-level provider for every six RBTs highlights the critical need for qualified supervisors to support the growing RBT workforce. While one individual holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, which can signal career progression, the overall RBT-to-BCBA ratio suggests a strong demand for BCBA supervision. It's important to note that these counts reflect specific credentials; other BCBA-level professionals include 1 MA, BCBA and 1 BCBA-D, contributing to the state's supervisory capacity. The data also shows 9 PLMHPs, indicating a broader mental health professional pipeline.
Workforce Demographics and Key Players
The individual provider data reveals a predominantly female workforce, with 57 female providers (73%). Male providers account for 11 individuals (14%), and 10 individuals (13%) identify as nonbinary. This gender distribution is common across many behavioral health fields. Among organizations, COR Therapeutic Services, LLC appears prominently with 7 entries across various locations, indicating a multi-site presence within the state and a significant employer in the regional behavioral health landscape.
This data suggests a continued expansion of the behavioral health workforce in Nebraska, particularly in entry-level ABA roles, necessitating ongoing development of supervisory capacity to ensure quality care access.
