Massachusetts recorded 10 NPI deactivations for behavioral health providers during the week of May 11-17, 2026. This figure represents 5% of the national total for behavioral health deactivations in the same period. All 10 deactivations were for individual providers, with no organizational NPIs deactivated in the state this week.
Credential and Geographic Breakdown
Among the deactivated NPIs, Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselors accounted for the largest share, with 4 providers, or 40% of the total. Clinical Social Workers, Psychologists, and Mental Health Counselors each saw 2 deactivations, representing 20% for each category. Geographically, Lynn recorded the highest number of deactivations with 2 providers. Other cities with single deactivations included Fall River, Andover, West Newton, and Plymouth, indicating a dispersed pattern rather than a concentration in one specific urban area.
Registry Status Update
These NPI deactivations reflect administrative status changes within the NPPES registry. Such updates provide a snapshot of shifts in the provider landscape without indicating specific practice changes or license actions for individual practitioners.
