Maryland saw the addition of 293 behavioral health providers in the latest CMS NPI registry weekly update, accounting for 3% of the national total. This consistent influx of new providers indicates a steady growth in the state's behavioral health sector, reflecting ongoing demand for services across Maryland.

ABA Workforce Dynamics

Focusing on the applied behavior analysis (ABA) workforce, the data shows 14 BCBA credentials and 148 RBT credentials. It is important to note that these categories are not mutually exclusive, as 2 individuals hold both BCBA and RBT credentials. The ratio of RBTs to BCBAs, roughly 10:1, suggests a strong base of direct service providers, but also highlights the critical need for BCBAs to provide adequate supervision and clinical oversight, which is essential for quality ABA care.

Provider Demographics and Organizations

Among the 236 individual providers, 176 (75%) are female, 40 (17%) are male, and 20 (8%) identify as nonbinary. This gender distribution aligns with national trends in behavioral health. Several organizations, including Comprehensive Primary Care and Associates LLC and Beyond Health LLC, appeared multiple times, each with 2 entries, suggesting active expansion or multiple service locations within the state.

The continuous growth in Maryland's behavioral health workforce, particularly within the ABA field, signals a positive trend for enhancing access to vital services for residents.