Michael Gerard Golder, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michael Gerard Golder is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Burbank, CA with over 33 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michael Gerard Golder, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 33+ years, working in group practice. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 1993), he has been practicing for over 33 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, depression, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 77% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 201dNPPES updated 2025-11-03 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
191 S Buena Vista St Ste 300, Burbank, CA 91505-4556
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9 pts)
Better than 77% of reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
26
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
60
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
716
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $89k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Depression, and Anxiety Disorders.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$84 received from industry
5 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Michael Gerard Golder's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1993
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Board certified · Nov 2, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
33 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 1993)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michael Gerard Golder
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Gerard Golder for mood disorder follow-ups, depression management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Burbank required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael Gerard Golder
NPI records show Dr. Golder as active with telehealth listed in Burbank, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (925) 282-1778.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Gerard Golder
Practice Location
191 S Buena Vista St Ste 300, Burbank, CA 91505-4556
Mailing Address
191 S Buena Vista St Ste 300, Burbank, CA 91505-4556
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