Philadelphia's behavioral health sector saw 10 new providers added in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 0% of the national weekly total. This small influx indicates a localized, rather than widespread, growth pattern for the week. The new additions include 8 individual practitioners and 2 organizations, reflecting a mix of independent professionals and clinical entities entering the local market.
Credential Landscape
Within this group, 1 provider holds a BCBA credential, which is foundational for delivering Applied Behavior Analysis services. This individual also holds an MA, LBS credential. Notably, there are 0 RBTs reported in this update. The absence of RBTs, who provide direct, front-line ABA therapy under BCBA supervision, suggests this specific weekly cohort does not significantly bolster the direct care workforce for ABA. Other behavioral health credentials observed include 2 LCSWs, 1 MPH, and 1 MA, BC-DMT, LPC, indicating a broader scope of mental health and counseling services.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Philadelphia is predominantly female, with 6 female providers accounting for 75% of the total, compared to 2 male providers. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this update. This snapshot of new registrations suggests a modest expansion in Philadelphia's general behavioral health capacity, though the specific ABA workforce saw minimal growth this week, particularly in direct care roles.
