Phoenix's behavioral health sector saw 35 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update. This represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a localized growth rather than a significant national share. The new additions include 23 individual practitioners and 12 organizations, with 14 new providers enrolling this week and 18 new providers joining this year.
ABA Workforce Snapshot
Within the individual providers, the data highlights activity in Applied Behavior Analysis. There are 3 BCBAs and 9 RBTs. These credential counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, reflecting a common career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. The ratio of one BCBA for every three RBTs suggests a reasonable capacity for supervision, crucial for delivering quality ABA services. Beyond ABA, the update also includes other behavioral health professionals such as 4 LPCs and 1 MSW, LCSW.
Demographics and Trends
The individual provider workforce in Phoenix is predominantly female, with 17 female providers making up 74% of the total, compared to 6 male providers. No specific organizations were noted as appearing multiple times in this update. This consistent influx of RBTs, supported by a stable BCBA presence, indicates a growing capacity for direct ABA services in Phoenix, enhancing access to care for local families.
