Update and Clarification to New Taxonomy and Supervision Requirements for Board Certified Behavior Analysts
This communication provides update and clarification to the announcement posted on April 20, 2023: “Update and Clarification to New Taxonomy for Behavioral Analysts."
The taxonomy for Behavior Analyst 103K00000X has been added to NCTracks to allow BCBAs to enroll after they have been licensed by the board. Behavioral Analysts will utilize the Level II taxonomy code for enrollment and billing. This new taxonomy has been implemented under the existing group Behavioral Health and Social Service Providers. Submission of an active board certification number from a Certifying entity as defined by NCGS 90-732(4) and Behavior Analyst license in accordance with N.C.G.S. Chapter 90, Article 43 is required for enrollment.
Please see the taxonomy details below:
Payer: Division of Health Benefits (DHB)
Group: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
Category: Behavior Analyst – 103K00000X
Specialty: None
More information about the RB-BHT Clinical Coverage Policy can be found in Clinical Coverage Policy 8F. In addition, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can independently provide Specialized Consultative Services through the NC Innovations Waiver.
NC Medicaid posted an update on March 5, 2024 Supervision Requirements for Board Certified Behavior Analysts Update | NC Medicaid (ncdhhs.gov)