Compare 203 board certified behavior analysts in Columbia, SC. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
203
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
100%
Accepting patients
82%
Most common: BCBA
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Columbia has 203 board certified behavior analysts. The most common credential is BCBA (82%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Five Points, The Vista (Congaree Vista), Shandon, and Forest Acres.
Nearby hospitals include Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, and Lexington Medical Center (nearby). Local training programs run through University of South Carolina School of Medicine and University of South Carolina. Prisma Health is the largest healthcare system in South Carolina, headquartered in the Columbia-Greenville corridor.
The process starts with a comprehensive assessment lasting three to five hours, often spread across two to three visits. The BCBA observes the child, conducts standardized skill assessments (VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, or AFLS), and interviews parents about priorities and concerns. They then create a treatment plan with specific, measurable goals. Therapy sessions range from 10 to 40 hours per week depending on the child's needs and age, delivered by an RBT under the BCBA's supervision. The BCBA meets with parents regularly to review data, teach strategies for home, and update goals. Progress is measured through ongoing data collection at every session.
A BCBA is typically recommended for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, particularly between ages two and six when early intervention has the greatest impact. ABA therapy also benefits older children, teens, and adults with autism or other developmental disabilities who need support with communication, social skills, self-regulation, or daily living skills. Parents may seek ABA after noticing delays in speech, difficulty with transitions, repetitive behaviors, or challenges with peer interaction. BCBAs also help with specific behavioral concerns like aggression, self-injury, elopement (running away), and feeding difficulties.
BCBA assessment: $1,200-3,000 · ABA session (RBT-delivered): $35-75/hour · BCBA supervision: $100-200/hour · Typical monthly cost at 20 hrs/week: $3,000-6,000
Columbia, SC has 203 licensed board certified behavior analysts. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of board certified behavior analysts in Columbia, SC are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among board certified behavior analysts in Columbia, SC include qhp-26065, molina, unitedhealthcare, qhp-56707, and qhp-11512. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
A BCBA assessment costs $1,200 to $3,000. RBT-delivered sessions cost $35 to $75 per hour. BCBA supervision costs $100 to $200 per hour. Monthly cost at 20 hours per week runs $3,000 to $6,000. Actual costs in Columbia, SC depend on the provider and your insurance plan. All 50 states have autism insurance mandates covering ABA therapy. If your insurer caps hours or denies coverage, request a letter of medical necessity from the BCBA and appeal. Many ABA providers handle insurance authorization and billing on your behalf.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Columbia, SC has 203 board certified behavior analysts. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
BCBA stands for Board Certified Behavior Analyst and RBT stands for Registered Behavior Technician. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Columbia, SC, 82% hold the BCBA credential and 6% hold RBT. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
Some board certified behavior analysts in Columbia, SC accept Healthy Connections, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children with autism in all states under the EPSDT benefit. Coverage includes assessment, treatment planning, direct therapy (RBT sessions), and BCBA supervision. Prior authorization and periodic reauthorization are required. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Connections participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Columbia, SC include qhp-26065, molina, unitedhealthcare, qhp-56707, and qhp-11512.
ABA therapy is covered by most insurance plans under state autism mandates. Coverage requires an autism diagnosis and a treatment plan from the BCBA. Prior authorization and periodic reauthorization (every 3 to 6 months) are standard. Some plans have hour caps (e.g., 25 hours per week), age limits, or dollar caps, though many states have eliminated these. Medicaid covers ABA in all states under the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) benefit for children. If your plan denies or limits hours, ask the BCBA to write a letter of medical necessity with supporting data.