Best ABA Therapy Software (2026): 7 Platforms Compared
Compare 7 ABA therapy software platforms for 2026 on price, billing, data collection and AI notes: VGPM, CentralReach, Theralytics, AlohaABA and more.
About Dustin
Dustin Schwartz is the founder and CTO of VG Soft Co, where he builds software that protects ABA practices from the operational complexity threatening their clinical missions. With deep exposure to the day-to-day challenges facing growing clinics, from authorization management and billing to staff scheduling and compliance, he designs platforms that reduce administrative burden and give practice owners their time back.
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CPT 97180: Billing Non-Face-to-Face BCBA Work in 2027
CPT 97180 is the first ABA code for non-face-to-face BCBA work, effective January 1, 2027. What it covers, what is still open, and how to prepare now.
ABA News & Trends: July 2026
The first ABA worker strike, North Carolina's August 1 rules, state rate cut reversals, the BACB portal outage, and new autism research from July 2026.
10 Best Behavioral Health Billing Software (2026)
An honest 2026 comparison of the 10 best behavioral health billing software platforms: real pricing, claims and ERA depth, denial tools, and who each one fits.
ABA Documentation Requirements 2026 by Payer
ABA documentation requirements differ by payer. Medicaid, commercial plans, and TRICARE each expect different records. Here is what each requires in 2026.
RBT Burnout: 5 Causes and 8 Practical Solutions
RBT burnout drives a median 65% turnover rate and $15,000 to $25,000 in replacement cost per therapist. Here are the 5 real causes and 8 practical solutions that keep RBTs.
ABA News & Trends: June 2026
Indiana's provider freeze takes effect, Stepping Stones closes overnight, MassHealth holds ABA rates flat, and federal oversight shifts in June 2026.
ABA Practice Compliance Checklist: 15 Items Per Quarter
A 15-item quarterly ABA practice compliance checklist covering documentation, billing, HIPAA, licensure, and ethics, with what to check and when it's due.
7 ABA Practice KPIs That Predict Sustainability
The 7 ABA practice KPIs that predict sustainability, each with its target benchmark, the industry baseline, and what to do when the number drifts.
ABA News & Trends: May 2026
North Carolina drafts new autism rules, Indiana freezes ABA provider enrollment, CareSource Georgia's 20% cut goes live, plus May 2026 ABA news.
12 ABA Data Collection Methods Explained for BCBAs
The 12 ABA data collection methods every BCBA should know: what each one measures, when to use it, and the error each method can introduce.
8 ABA Session Note Mistakes That Trigger Claim Denials
Eight documentation mistakes that trigger ABA claim denials, from missing authorization links to CO-50 medical-necessity gaps, plus how to fix each one.
ABA Practice Operations Guide: 9 Disciplines for 2026
The 9 operational disciplines that keep an ABA practice running in 2026: documentation, data, compliance, KPIs, staffing, billing, tech.
How to Choose an ABA Billing Service: 8 Real Criteria
8 criteria for choosing an ABA billing service: real pricing, ABA coding expertise, appeal win rates, visibility, contracts, and onboarding.
BCBA Salary vs Private Practice Income: The Real Math
Honest year-by-year math on BCBA private practice income vs W-2 salary. Year 1, Year 3, tax structure, and the regional multiplier nobody shows.
ABA News & Trends: April 2026
Indiana's Medicaid overhaul goes live, North Carolina passes its own version, ALP exits NY, CareSource Georgia cuts 20%, plus April 2026 ABA news.
Top 10 ABA Session Notes Software Compared (2026)
We compared session notes features across the top 10 ABA practice management platforms in 2026. AI handling, custom forms, audit safeguards.
ABA Claim Denial Management: A Decision Guide
Compare in-house, outsourced, and hybrid ABA denial management. With the 10 most common denial codes, a fit framework, and honest recovery math.
State of ABA Therapy 2026: Industry Report for Practice Owners
ABA therapy market size, workforce data, Medicaid trends, technology adoption, and outlook for independent practice owners. Updated monthly.
ABA News & Trends: March 2026
Provider exits, OIG audit fallout, Indiana's sweeping Medicaid overhaul, CDC prevalence at 1 in 31, and workforce pressure reshaping ABA in March 2026.
What Is an ABA MSO? MSO vs Franchise vs PE vs Self-Managed
How the ABA MSO model works and how it compares to a franchise, a private equity acquisition, and staying self-managed. Real cost math on all four paths.
ABA Billing Codes 2026: All 10 CPT Codes + 2027 Changes
All 10 active ABA CPT codes for 2026, the modifiers and unit rules payers enforce, the concurrent-billing crackdown by state, and the six new 2027 codes (97148, 97149, 97159, 97160, 97173, 97180) the AMA published September 9.
VGPM vs CentralReach: Best CentralReach Alternative for ABA
Honest comparison of VGPM and CentralReach for ABA practices seeking streamlined operations. Pricing, billing, data collection, and which platform fits your practice.
ABA Billing: In-House vs Outsourced Compared
In-house vs outsourced ABA billing compared. Real cost breakdowns, decision framework by practice size, and the metrics that reveal which model fits.
ABA Franchise Alternative: Own Your Practice
Compare ABA franchises to incubators, accelerators, and going solo. Real costs, royalty breakdowns, honest trade-offs, and which path fits your goals as a BCBA.
Best ABA Billing Software 2026 (Top Systems Compared)
Compare the top ABA billing software in 2026. Real pricing, feature breakdowns, denial management tools, and which platform fits your practice size and billing complexity.
ABA News & Trends: February 2026
Key developments in ABA therapy for February 2026, including Medicaid rate cuts, hour caps, AI adoption, and payer trends impacting independent practices.
Best ABA Data Collection Software (2026 Guide)
Compare the best ABA data collection software for 2026. Features, pricing, mobile tools, AI capabilities, and integrated billing options ranked for ABA practices.
ABA News & Trends: January 2026
ABA Medicaid rate cuts 2026, hour caps, Medicare updates, commercial policy shifts, BACB workforce changes, and major autism research reshaping ABA.
Best ABA Scheduling Software 2026 (Ranked & Reviewed)
Compare the 6 best ABA scheduling software platforms in 2026. Authorization-aware features, EVV compliance, pricing, and which fits your practice.
Best ABA Billing Services 2026 (Ranked)
Ranked comparison of the best ABA billing services and RCM companies in 2026. Pricing models, collection rates, and which partner fits your practice size.
7 Best ABA Practice Management Software Platforms (2026)
Honest 2026 ranking of the 7 best ABA practice management software platforms: real pricing, billing depth, AI notes, and total cost by practice size.
ABA News and Trends November 2025
November 2025 delivered a stark message to ABA practice owners "Volume is no longer enough."
ABA News & Trends: October 2025
Medicaid rate cuts, NIH Autism Data Science Initiative, state fee schedule updates, and practice recommendations for ABA providers.
ABA News and Trends: September 2025
Federal autism initiatives, Medicaid funding pressures, credentialing bottlenecks, telehealth expansion, and autism subtype research.
ABA News and Trends: August 2025
Medicaid funding instability, legislative scrutiny, clinic expansion, technology innovations, and workforce challenges in ABA.
How to Start an ABA Practice in 2026: The Complete BCBA Guide
10-step guide to starting an ABA practice as a BCBA in 2026. LLC formation, credentialing timelines, billing setup, real costs, and franchise vs incubator paths.
VG Soft Launches New ABA Practice Support Services
VG Soft announces expansion beyond software to offer comprehensive support services for ABA practices, including incubator and accelerator programs.
ABA News and Trends: July 2025
Federal budget cuts, Medicaid cost controls, new autism research identifying four subtypes, and workforce developments in ABA.
ABA News and Trends for June 2025
Autism Family Caregivers Act, treatment intensity research, workforce crisis, telehealth expansion, and BACB certification changes.
ABA News and Trends for May 2025
Technology integration, workforce challenges, market growth, early intervention research, and state legislative updates in ABA.