Paul Michael Burkat, M.D., PH.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Paul Michael Burkat, M.D., PH.D. practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Chester, PA. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2003 and has 23+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and depression (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4478dNPPES updated 2014-01-31 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better95.1%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+12.3 pts)
Better than 88% of reporting doctors in PennsylvaniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
121
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
110
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
937
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $133k
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — 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 (-13%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$367 received from industry
26 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 Paul Michael Burkat's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.49 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
23 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (Class of 2003)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Paul Michael Burkat
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paul Michael Burkat for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, depression management — no travel to Chester 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 Paul Michael Burkat
NPI records show Dr. Burkat as active with telehealth listed in Chester, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (585) 469-1418.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paul Michael Burkat
Practice Location
One Medical Center Blvd., Chester, PA 19013-3995
Mailing Address
One Medical Center Blvd., Chester, PA 19013-3995
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