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 residency training in internal medicine at Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Kass further refined their expertise through a medical oncology fellowship at the prestigious Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1990. They provide care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kass practices at Santa Barbara Cancer Care in Santa Barbara, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Lompoc Valley Medical Center. Their clinical focus includes treating breast cancer and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer. They also provide care for patients with Paget disease of the breast. Dr. Kass performs infusion therapy and conducts blood work including complete blood counts and white blood cell differentials to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients rate Dr. Kass 4.6 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 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
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Santa Barbara Cancer Care

111 E Victoria St Ste 300Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Frederic Charles Kass, MDDr. Julian Reed DavisDr Katrina B. Mitchell, MDDr Justin C. Voog, MD
HematologyOncologyOncologyOncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
42 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 20 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 English, Spanish
Santa Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CASanta Barbara , CA
Med School: MD Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine Med School: Dartmouth Medical School Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Frederic Charles Kass has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Frederic Charles Kass holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Medical Oncology Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 1990.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine Yale University School of Medicine in 1987.

Medical School

Graduated from MD Tufts University School of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Frederic Charles Kass' NPI number is 1538181110.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Frederic Kass affiliated with?
Frederic Kass is affiliated with Lompoc Valley Medical Center.
Is Frederic Kass accepting new patients?
Frederic Kass has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Frederic Kass speak?
Frederic Kass speaks English and Spanish.
Does Frederic Kass accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Frederic Kass has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Frederic Kass accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Frederic Kass accepts on their Vitals profile.

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