Indiana added 188 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update, representing 2% of the national total. This consistent activity suggests a sustained demand for behavioral health services and a growing workforce within the state.
ABA Workforce Composition
Focusing on the applied behavior analysis (ABA) sector, the data shows 18 BCBA credentials and 97 RBT credentials. It is important to note that these figures are not mutually exclusive, as 1 individual holds both BCBA and RBT credentials, often reflecting a career progression from direct service to supervisory roles. The ratio of approximately 5.4 RBTs for every BCBA indicates a robust capacity for direct service delivery under qualified supervision, essential for expanding ABA access.
Provider Demographics
Among the 171 individual providers registered, 78% are female (134 individuals), 13% are male (22 individuals), and 9% identify as nonbinary (15 individuals). This gender distribution aligns with broader trends observed in the behavioral health field. No single organization appeared multiple times in this week's new registrations, suggesting a diverse range of employers or smaller independent practices contributing to the workforce.
This continued growth in Indiana's behavioral health workforce, particularly among RBTs, points to ongoing efforts to address the demand for services, including ABA, across the state.
