Phoenix's behavioral health sector registered 32 total providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update, representing 0% of the national weekly total. This indicates a modest contribution to the national influx of providers this week. Of these, 10 new providers registered this week, contributing to 12 new registrations this year. The total includes 27 individual practitioners and 5 organizations.
ABA Credential Mix
Among individual practitioners, the data shows 5 BCBA providers and 5 RBT providers. These categories are not mutually exclusive, though no dual-credentialed BCBA+RBT providers were reported in this update. The 1:1 ratio of BCBAs to RBTs is notable, as RBTs typically outnumber BCBAs to ensure sufficient direct service capacity under supervision. This ratio could suggest a current need for more direct care staff or an anomaly in this week's registrations. Additionally, Phoenix's behavioral health landscape includes other professionals such as 3 LCSW providers, 2 LMSW providers, and a Speech-Language Pathologist, broadening the scope of care.
Workforce Demographics and Trends
The individual provider workforce in Phoenix is predominantly female, with 19 female providers accounting for 70% of the total, while 8 male providers constitute 30%. No nonbinary providers were registered in this update. There were no specific organizations appearing multiple times, suggesting a diverse landscape of independent practitioners and smaller clinics rather than dominance by multi-state chains. This week's data indicates a steady, albeit small, influx of behavioral health professionals, which is crucial for enhancing access to care for families in Phoenix.
