Georgia added 180 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update, representing 2% of the national total. This consistent activity suggests a steady demand for behavioral health services within the state, indicating a growing market for ABA professionals.
ABA Workforce Composition
Focusing on the applied behavior analysis (ABA) workforce, the data shows 18 BCBA credentials and 60 RBT credentials. It is important to note that these figures are not mutually exclusive, as 6 individuals hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, often signifying a career progression from direct service delivery to supervisory roles. The resulting ratio of approximately 3.3 RBTs for every BCBA indicates a moderate supervisory capacity, crucial for maintaining quality ABA services.
Provider Demographics and Key Employers
Of the 155 individual providers registered, 86% are female, 9% are male, and 5% identify as nonbinary. This gender distribution aligns with broader trends observed in the behavioral health field. Among organizations, River Edge Behavioral Health Center appeared 3 times in the new registrations, indicating its active presence and potential expansion efforts across Georgia.
This influx of new providers, particularly within the RBT and BCBA categories, suggests an expanding capacity for ABA service delivery in Georgia, which is vital for meeting the state's behavioral health needs.
