Tampa's behavioral health sector recorded 30 total providers in the latest CMS NPI registry update. The area added 15 new providers this week, contributing to 16 new registrations this year. This activity represents 0% of the national weekly total, indicating a localized but active growth. The total includes 22 individual practitioners and 8 organizations, suggesting a mix of independent professionals and clinic-based services.
ABA Credential Mix
Among individual practitioners, the data shows 6 BCBA providers and 12 RBT providers. It is important to note that 2 providers hold both BCBA and RBT credentials, meaning they are counted in both categories and signal career progression from direct care to a supervisory role. This results in a BCBA to RBT ratio of 1:2, which is a common and healthy ratio for effective supervision in ABA services. Beyond ABA, the registry also includes other behavioral health professionals, such as 2 LCSW providers, 1 MS, CCC-SLP provider, 1 LMHC, NCC, CTC provider, and 1 MSW provider, reflecting a broader scope of behavioral health support in the region.
Workforce Demographics and Trends
The individual provider workforce in Tampa is predominantly female, with 19 practitioners, representing 86% of individual providers. 3 practitioners identify as male, making up 14%. No specific organizations appeared multiple times in this week's update. Additionally, 6 providers reported multiple taxonomies, indicating a diverse skill set or specialization across different behavioral health areas. This ongoing influx of providers, particularly in direct care and supervisory ABA roles, suggests a growing capacity to meet the demand for behavioral health services in Tampa.
