The Inland Empire's behavioral health sector saw 156 providers registered in the latest CMS NPI registry update, contributing 2% to the national weekly total. This regional activity included 78 new registrations this week alone, reflecting a significant expansion of the workforce. Of the total, 144 are individual practitioners and 12 are organizations.
ABA Credential Mix and Supervision Capacity
Within the individual practitioner pool, the data shows 10 BCBAs and 87 RBTs. It is important to note that these credential counts are not mutually exclusive; 2 providers hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, indicating a career progression from direct care to supervisory roles. This ratio of BCBAs to RBTs suggests a considerable demand for supervision, which is critical for maintaining quality ABA services. Beyond ABA, the region also registered other behavioral health professionals, including 7 LCSWs, 2 LMFTs, 1 CCC-SLP, and 1 LPCC.
Workforce Demographics and Local Distribution
The individual provider workforce in the Inland Empire is predominantly female, with 101 female providers accounting for 70% of the total. Male providers number 34 (24%), and 9 providers identify as nonbinary (6%). South Coast Children's Society, Inc. appeared twice in this update, indicating its presence across multiple locations or service lines. Top cities for provider registration include Riverside with 22 providers, Rancho Cucamonga with 14, and San Bernardino with 13. This data suggests a growing and diverse behavioral health workforce in the Inland Empire, enhancing access to care across its communities.
