Technology Landscape for ABA Providers

ABA Software Platform Categories

• All-Inclusive ABA Practice Management Platforms

• ABA Practice Management Platforms Requiring Clinical Tools Integration

• Clinical Tools

• Assessment Tools

• Revenue Cycle Management Vendors

• Automation

• CRM Customer Relationship Management (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Payroll

• HR Management

• Applicant Tracking Systems (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Accounting & Financial Management

• Service Ticketing

• Performance Management

• Employee Rewards

All-Inclusive ABA Practice Management Platforms

Description: Fully integrated solutions that handle practice management, billing, scheduling, and clinical data collection without requiring external tools.

• CentralReach: Comprehensive platform widely used by large ABA providers, offering robust features for clinical and practice management. Deep dive on CentralReach.

• Rethink: Combines clinical data collection, staff training, and practice management tools in a user-friendly interface. Partnered with Netsmart.

• Theralytics: Designed for small ABA practices, offering practice management, scheduling, billing, and data collection features.

• MeasurePM Comprehensive practice management and clinical data collection solution for ABA providers, offering scheduling, billing, and analytics

• Artemis: AI-powered practice management platform built on Salesforce Cloud, offering integrated scheduling, clinical data collection, billing, and analytics.

• Passage Health A practice management solution designed to optimize billing, workflows, and administrative processes for ABA providers. Deep dive on partnership with Frontera.

• Chorus Solutions A practice management platform offering workflow automation, billing, and scheduling tools designed for ABA providers.

ABA Practice Management Platforms Requiring Clinical Tools Integration

Description: These platforms focus on practice management but depend on external tools for clinical data collection and reporting.

• Lumary: Clinical data collection tool with behavior tracking on Salesforce Cloud; Integration Needed: Hi Rasmus or Motivity for clinical data collection.

• AlohaABA: Practice management for small to mid-sized ABA providers, offering scheduling, billing, and reporting tools. Integration Needed: Catalyst or Motivity for clinical tools.

• WebABA: Practice management system with scheduling, billing, and administrative workflows. Integration Needed: Catalyst for clinical data collection and SOAP notes.

Clinical Tools

Description: Tools specializing in clinical data collection, behavior tracking, and therapeutic interventions, often integrated with practice management platforms.

• Catalyst Leading clinical data collection tool with robust behavior tracking capabilities. Integrates with WebABA and AlohaABA.

• Motivity Real-time data tracking and reporting tool focused on clinical operations. Commonly used with AlohaABA. (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Hi Rasmus Streamlines clinical workflows and integrates with Lumary.

• AI Measures Provides norm-referenced, evidence-based assessments to personalize treatment plans - partnered with CentralReach.

• Floreo Virtual reality platform providing immersive lessons to teach social, communication, and life skills to neurodiverse individuals.

• Frontera Health Provides AI solutions for ABA therapy, including treatment planning, clinical data tracking, and outcome measurement tools. (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Brellium Enhances documentation workflows through AI.

• Theradriver Provides AI-powered Care Groups to optimize RBT utilization and enhance caregiver training engagement.

• AnswersNow Provides virtual ABA therapy, clinician support, and data-driven insights to improve patient outcomes.

• Jade Health Provides accreditation, credentialing, data benchmarking, and clinical support services to enhance ABA provider operations.

• Behavior Analyst Certification Board Provides certification and professional standards for behavior analysts, ensuring competency and ethical practice in ABA therapy.

• Hipp Health AI-powered platform offering clinical notes, scheduling, data collection, and billing to streamline ABA practice operations.

• Forta Provides ABA parent coaching and engagement tools, leveraging data-supported caregiver involvement and treatment adherence.

• ACE ABA Software System Provides ABA lesson plans, assessment tools, data collection and reporting.

• Neuromnia Develops AI-driven solutions for clinical decision support, behavior tracking, RCM and outcome-based treatment planning in ABA therapy.

• SpectrumAI Twyll: Focuses on enhancing clinical data collection and interpretation, emphasizing compliance and outcomes.

Assessment Tools

Description: Platforms designed for administering and managing assessments to evaluate client progress and development.

• VB-MAPP App: Tool for conducting and managing VB-MAPP assessments for skill acquisition and milestone tracking.

• Pearson Q-Global: Online platform offering a variety of psychological and developmental assessments.

• WPS Online Evaluation System: Provides digital tools for assessments like the Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales.

• Cognoa Canvas Dx: AI-powered diagnostic aid authorized by the FDA to assist in the early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder in young children.

Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Vendors

Description: Vendors specializing in managing the financial lifecycle of patient accounts, from insurance verification and billing to collections.

• Waystar Provides revenue cycle automation, claims management, and payment processing solutions to streamline ABA provider billing operations.

• Plutus Health: Provides comprehensive RCM and billing services tailored to ABA providers, leveraging AI and automation to streamline operations.

• ASP RCM Solutions Provides end-to-end RCM services, including claims processing, denials management, and reimbursement optimization for ABA providers

• SimiTree Behavioral Provides revenue cycle management, billing, staffing and consulting services tailored to behavioral health and ABA providers.

• Silna Health Specializes in payor utilities such eligibility & prior authorizations for ABA providers.

• CentralReach BillMax: Advanced billing and claims management solution integrated with CentralReach’s practice management platform, designed specifically for ABA services.

• Camber: Offers automated, full-service billing solutions with an AI-trained rules engine for ABA, OT, and SLP providers. (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

Automation

Description: Platforms focused on automating workflows and connecting multiple systems to enhance efficiency.

• Simple Fractal: Specialized automation solutions tailored for ABA providers.

• Zapier: Automation tool to connect various apps and automate workflows.

• UiPath: RPA (Robotic Process Automation) software for automating repetitive tasks.

• Microsoft Power Automate: Automation platform that integrates with Microsoft and other systems.

• Boost: Centralizes data flow and automates daily processes into streamlined workflows for ABA providers.

CRM (Customer Relationship Management)

Description: Platforms designed to manage client relationships, track leads, and improve engagement for ABA providers. (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Salesforce Health Cloud: Comprehensive CRM solution tailored for healthcare, with features for managing client relationships and automating workflows.

• LeadSquared: CRM and marketing automation platform with a partnership with CentralReach, designed to streamline lead management and sales workflows.

• HubSpot: Popular CRM for marketing, sales, and customer support, offering integrations with various ABA platforms.

• Zoho CRM: Affordable and customizable CRM for managing leads, client interactions, and workflows.

Payroll

Description: Platforms specializing in payroll processing, tax compliance, and employee payment management.

• ADP: Comprehensive payroll solution with tax compliance and benefits integration.

• Paycom: Streamlined payroll and HR management with self-service capabilities.

• Paylocity: Payroll and workforce management platform with robust reporting tools.

• Gusto: Payroll platform with features for small to mid-sized businesses, including benefits and compliance.

HR Management

Description: Platforms supporting recruitment, employee records, performance tracking, and benefits management.

• BambooHR: Comprehensive HR management solution, including applicant tracking and performance reviews.

• Workday: Enterprise HR software for payroll, benefits, and employee lifecycle management.

• Gusto: Combines payroll with HR features such as benefits administration and time tracking.

Applicant Tracking Systems

Description: Platforms designed to streamline recruitment processes, manage candidate pipelines, and enhance hiring workflows. (see Scott’s Deep Dive)

• Apploi: Workforce management platform built for healthcare with job posting, hiring and credentialing workflows.

• Greenhouse: Comprehensive ATS with features for managing recruitment workflows and tracking candidate progress.

• iCIMS: Enterprise-grade platform for applicant tracking, onboarding, and talent acquisition.

• BambooHR: Includes an integrated ATS as part of its broader HR management suite.

Accounting & Financial Management

Description: Platforms designed to manage financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, invoicing, and financial reporting.

• Microsoft Dynamics: Integrated ERP and CRM platform with financial management capabilities.

• Sage Intacct: Cloud-based financial management solution tailored for growing organizations.

• QuickBooks: Small business accounting software for managing invoices, expenses, and payroll.

• Xero: Cloud-based accounting software with tools for invoicing, reconciliation, and reporting.

• NetSuite: Comprehensive enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution with robust financial management features.

Service Ticketing

Description: Platforms designed to manage service requests, incidents, and support workflows, improving communication and resolution efficiency.

• ServiceNow: Enterprise-grade service management platform for automating workflows and managing service tickets.

• Zendesk: Customer support and service ticketing solution with omnichannel capabilities.

• Freshworks: User-friendly platform offering service ticketing, help desk solutions, and customer support tools.

Performance Management

Description: Platforms focused on managing employee performance through goal setting, reviews, and feedback mechanisms to drive accountability and development.

• Trakstar: Performance review and goal-setting platform with 360-degree feedback and analytics.

• 15Five: Combines performance management tools with employee engagement features, including weekly check-ins and goal tracking.

• Lattice: Comprehensive performance management and employee engagement platform with tools for continuous feedback and career development.

Employee Rewards

Description: Platforms specializing in recognizing and rewarding employees through customizable programs, including gift cards and points-based incentives.

• Tango Card: Offers a wide range of digital gift cards and customizable reward solutions for employee recognition.

• Giftogram: Simplifies employee recognition with a user-friendly platform for sending personalized gift cards.

• Bonusly: Peer-to-peer recognition platform with redeemable rewards for employee achievements.

• Awardco: Employee recognition platform offering integration with Amazon for diverse reward options.

Additional Notes

• Some platforms, like CentralReach, offer multiple functionalities spanning different categories.

• The ABA software landscape continues to evolve, with new AI-driven and automation tools emerging.

• This list categorizes vendors based on their primary function, but many solutions have overlapping capabilities.