Arizona saw 322 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 1% of the national weekly total. Of these, 61 were new enrollments this week. This consistent activity suggests a dynamic, growing behavioral health sector in the state.

ABA Workforce Dynamics

Within the applied behavior analysis (ABA) sector, the data shows 13 BCBA credentials and 34 RBT credentials. These categories are not mutually exclusive, as 1 individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials, indicating career progression or a comprehensive skill set. The ratio of RBTs to BCBAs suggests a robust foundational workforce of direct service providers. However, the higher number of RBTs compared to BCBAs could point to a potential need for more supervisory capacity to ensure quality ABA service delivery and RBT professional development.

Provider Demographics

Of the 294 individual providers in this update, the workforce exhibits a clear gender distribution: 200 (68%) are female, 79 (27%) are male, and 15 (5%) identify as nonbinary. This breakdown aligns with broader trends in the behavioral health field. Notably, "PATHWAYS OF ARIZONA, LLC" appeared twice in the organizational data, suggesting it is an active employer in the state.

The continued growth in Arizona's behavioral health professionals, particularly within the ABA segment, is crucial for enhancing access to specialized services and meeting the state's evolving workforce demands.