Tampa's behavioral health sector saw 43 providers registered in the latest CMS NPI registry update. Of these, 25 were new this week, indicating active growth. This represents a small fraction of the national weekly total, suggesting a localized but dynamic expansion. The new registrations include 34 individual practitioners and 9 organizations, reflecting a mix of independent professionals and expanding clinic operations within the city.
ABA Credential Mix
Focusing on Applied Behavior Analysis, the data shows 5 BCBAs and 18 RBTs among the individual providers. It is important to note that these counts are not mutually exclusive, as 1 provider holds dual BCBA and RBT credentials, indicating a career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. The ratio of approximately one BCBA for every 3.6 RBTs suggests a need for careful supervision planning to ensure adequate oversight for direct care staff. Beyond ABA, other specialists include 1 M.S., LMHC, 1 SLP, 2 LCSWs, and 1 PH.D., diversifying the local behavioral health landscape.
Workforce Demographics
The individual provider workforce in Tampa is predominantly female, with 32 female providers accounting for 94% of the total, while 2 male providers make up 6%. No specific multi-state organizations were notably present multiple times in this week's data, which may suggest a more fragmented local market rather than dominance by large chains. This consistent influx of new behavioral health professionals, particularly RBTs, points to an expanding capacity for direct care services in Tampa, crucial for addressing local demand for ABA and other behavioral health interventions.
