New Mexico's behavioral health sector added 88 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. This consistent, albeit smaller, influx suggests ongoing demand for behavioral health services and a steady pace of professional entry within the state.
Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
The ABA workforce in New Mexico shows 5 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and 30 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) by credential. It is important to note that these counts reflect the primary credential listed, and providers may hold multiple certifications or different taxonomies. For instance, one provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, signaling career progression. The ratio of RBTs to BCBAs, at 6:1, indicates a significant need for more BCBA supervisors to support the growing RBT workforce and ensure adequate supervision capacity across the state.
Workforce Demographics and Organizational Presence
Among the 69 individual providers, the workforce is predominantly female, with 71% identifying as women. Male providers comprise 17%, while 12% identify as nonbinary. On the organizational side, among the 19 organizations, "New Mexico Healthcare Services, LLC" and its variations appear multiple times, suggesting a notable multi-city presence for this entity. This data suggests a developing ABA workforce in New Mexico, with a strong base of RBTs requiring continued growth in supervisory roles to meet increasing service demands.
