Wisconsin's behavioral health sector added 119 providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, accounting for 1% of the national weekly total. This group consists of 96 individuals and 23 organizations, with a notable surge of 50 new providers joining this week alone. This steady growth reflects ongoing development in the state's behavioral health infrastructure.
Credential Mix
Within the ABA field, the update identified 13 Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and 4 Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) by taxonomy. This yields a ratio of roughly 3.3 RBTs for every BCBA, which could indicate a tight market for clinical supervision. The data also showed a strong presence from other disciplines, including 12 Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) and 10 Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs). Note that 33 providers in this update listed multiple taxonomies, so these credential counts may overlap.
Workforce Demographics
Among individual providers, the workforce is overwhelmingly female, with women comprising 86% of the new registrants. Men accounted for 11% and nonbinary individuals for 2%. On the organizational side, Milwaukee Health Services System, LLC was a notable presence, appearing 4 times across various locations in the state.
This influx of providers, particularly the growth in RBTs, points to an expanding direct-care workforce and increasing demand for ABA services across Wisconsin.
