South Florida's behavioral health sector added 318 providers in the latest CMS update, a significant concentration representing 4% of the national weekly total. This group includes 256 individuals and 62 organizations. A recent surge in activity is evident, with 119 providers newly registered this week, making up the bulk of the 127 new providers this year.

Credential Breakdown

The data reveals 149 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and 79 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). These categories are not mutually exclusive, as 13 providers hold both credentials, a common sign of career advancement from technician to supervisor. The resulting ratio of approximately 1.9 RBTs per BCBA suggests sufficient supervisory capacity to support the direct-care workforce.

Workforce Demographics

The regional workforce is predominantly female, with women comprising 87% of individual providers. Geographically, provider activity is centered in Miami (89 providers), Hialeah (24 providers), and West Palm Beach (21 providers). Among organizations, Monarch Behavior Analysis, LLC was the most active, with four new registrations. This influx of providers, particularly the large number of new RBTs balanced by a strong BCBA presence, indicates a rapidly expanding ABA workforce and potentially increased access to care across South Florida.