San Antonio's behavioral health sector saw 12 new providers added in the latest CMS update. All 12 providers registered this week, making up 0% of the national total. This influx includes 10 individual practitioners and 2 organizations, indicating growth in both direct care and organizational service capacities within the city.
ABA Credential Breakdown
Focusing on Applied Behavior Analysis, the data shows 2 BCBAs and 6 RBTs among the new individual providers. It's important to note that these counts reflect providers whose primary taxonomy or credential is listed as BCBA or RBT. There were no providers holding dual BCBA and RBT credentials in this update, which typically signals career progression. The ratio of one BCBA for every three RBTs suggests a foundational level of supervisory capacity for ABA services, which is essential for quality care delivery.
Workforce Demographics
The individual workforce in San Antonio is predominantly female, with 8 female providers accounting for 80% of the new registrations. There is 1 male provider (10%) and 1 nonbinary provider (10%). No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's update. This data suggests a growing, diverse workforce entering the behavioral health field in San Antonio, potentially expanding access to ABA and other services for local families.
