Michael A. Volkert, MD

Adult Psychiatrist
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Dr. Michael Volkert attended Pennsylvania State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. He received his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and completed his adult psychiatry residency at the Medical University of South Carolina. He then pursued fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), where he served as Chief Fellow. He is dually board certified in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry.

Following fellowship, Dr. Volkert joined the Center for Management of ADHD at CHOP, where he has remained actively involved in patient care, clinical consultation, and initiatives to expand access and improve quality of treatment for individuals with ADHD and related conditions.

He has spoken locally and nationally on topics including autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, the unique needs of transitional-aged youth, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. His clinical focus and expertise center on the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD across the lifespan.

Dr. Volkert brings a dynamic and empathetic approach to care, emphasizing both challenges and opportunities for growth. He understands that the individuals he treats lead rich, complex inner lives and may not always fit neatly into traditional diagnostic categories.

He is committed to working collaboratively with patients and families to support fuller, more engaging, and more meaningful lives.

Qualifications

I am a board-certified physician in both adult psychiatry and child & adolescent psychiatry, with training and experience across a wide range of clinical settings.

I earned my medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine, then completed residency in adult psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina. Following this, I pursued fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

The intensity of training required to become a child and adolescent psychiatrist means that I have engaged in over 15,000 hours of clinical experience, leading to board-certification in both adult psychiatry and child & adolescent psychiatry. To achieve and maintain this certification, I’ve sat for over 45 hours of national board and licensing examinations, including all three steps of the USMLE, as well as board exams in both adult and child psychiatry.

Over the course of my career, I’ve worked in diverse settings—including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and emergency departments—allowing me to care for patients across the full spectrum of psychiatric acuity.

In addition to my clinical work, I am actively involved in medical education. I lecture regularly on foundational and advanced topics in psychopharmacology to child and adolescent psychiatry fellows at CHOP, and have also presented to school mental health professionals through the Bucks County Intermediate Unit. I provide consultation to pediatricians and primary care providers, particularly around the evaluation and treatment of ADHD.

My training and experiences allow me to approach patients with evidence-based care shaped by years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychiatric concerns.

Appointments

  • A comprehensive 90-minute assessment focused on understanding your mental health history, current concerns, and goals. We’ll work together to develop a thoughtful, individualized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

  • A thorough 120-minute evaluation involving both the child and caregivers. This appointment is designed to understand your child’s emotional and behavioral health and to create a personalized, developmentally informed care plan.

  • Ongoing 45-minute visits to monitor progress, adjust treatment as needed, and support your mental health goals with consistency and care.

  • Regular 45-minute visits focused on supporting your child’s treatment plan, monitoring for growth and challenges, and collaborating with caregivers and other professionals (therapists, school counselors, pediatricians) to promote long-term well-being.

  • An in-depth evaluation to assess for ADHD across the lifespan. This includes a clinical interview, review of developmental and academic history review of any nueropsychological assessments previously conducted, and structured input from parents, teachers, or other caregivers, when appropriate. Diagnostic clarity and practical, evidence-based treatment recommendations are central to this process.

  • Please contact Dr. Volkert directly for information regarding speaking expert consultation or speaking engagements.

  • I am considered an out-of-network (OON) provider, which means I do not participate directly with any insurance plans. I’ve chosen this model to allow for more personalized and comprehensive care, without the administrative constraints and time limitations often imposed by insurance companies.

  • What does this mean for you?

    • You pay me directly at the time of service.

    • I will provide you with a superbill, which is a receipt that includes the necessary codes and details for you to submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

    • Reimbursement (if any) depends on your specific insurance plan’s out-of-network benefits.

  • If you’d like to check your out-of-network benefits, you can ask your insurance company:

    • Do I have out-of-network coverage for outpatient psychiatric services?

    • Is there a deductible I need to meet first?

    • What percentage of the fee is reimbursed?

    • Do you require any specific forms or prior authorization?

  • You may see my name appear in insurance directories as an in-network provider. That reflects my work with a separate employer and is not related to my private practice. My private practice operates independently with a different tax ID number (EIN) and is not affiliated with any insurance network.

  • The cost of an appointment depends on the type of appointment scheduled.

    Adult Evaluation: $550
    Adult Follow-up: $275
    Child/Adolescent Evaluation: $700
    Child/Adolescent Follow-up: $350

  • In the event of a no- show or late cancel, the full cost of the appointment will be charged.

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