Summary

Dr. Frederic Kass specializes in hematology and oncology, bringing over four decades of experience to cancer care. They earned their medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Kass furthered their training with a medical oncology fellowship at the prestigious Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1990. They are fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kass practices at Lompoc Valley Medical Center and provides care through Santa Barbara Cancer Care in Santa Barbara, California. They focus on treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease. Dr. Kass also has expertise in managing Paget disease of the breast. Their treatment approach includes infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy to help patients fight cancer effectively. Patients have given Dr. Kass an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 42 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical Oncology Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Office Locations

Dr. Frederic Charles Kass has 2 locations

Santa Barbara Cancer Care

309 W Quinto StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

Santa Barbara Cancer Care

111 E Victoria St Ste 300Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Dr. Frederic Charles Kass, MDDr Katrina B. Mitchell, MDDr. Matthew Michael Denicola, MDDr. Julian Reed Davis
HematologyOncologyHematologyOncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
42 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Santa Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: MD Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: Dartmouth Medical School Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frederic Charles Kass

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Frederic Charles Kass has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frederic Charles Kass has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hematologist
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Medical Oncology Dana-Farber Cancer Institute1990

Residency

Internal Medicine Yale University School of Medicine1987

Medical School

MD Tufts University School of MedicineGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Frederic Kass speak?
Dr. Frederic Kass speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Frederic Kass accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frederic Kass accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Frederic Kass accepting new patients?
Dr. Frederic Kass is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Frederic Kass's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Frederic Kass's office located?
Dr. Frederic Kass's office is located at 309 W Quinto St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
Does Dr. Frederic Kass accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Frederic Kass has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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