Behavior Analyst Taxonomy Code: 103K00000X

The taxonomy code for Behavior Analyst is 103K00000X. 127,621 providers in the NPI registry list it as their primary specialty.

Definition

Grouping
Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Classification
Behavior Analyst
Code
103K00000X

A behavior analyst is qualified by at least a master's degree and Behavior Analyst Certification Board certification and/or a state-issued credential (such as a license) to practice behavior analysis independently. Behavior analysts provide the required supervision to assistant behavior analysts and behavior technicians. A behavior analyst delivers services consistent with the dimensions of applied behavior analysis. Common services may include, but are not limited to, conducting behavioral assessments, analyzing data, writing and revising behavior-analytic treatment plans, training others to implement components of treatment plans, and overseeing implementation of treatment plans.

Source: NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set.

Behavior Analyst providers by state

How taxonomy codes are used

Providers choose one or more taxonomy codes when they apply for an NPI, and mark one as primary. Payers use the taxonomy on claims and enrollment to match the provider type and specialty, so the code on the claim should match the taxonomy on the NPPES record.