Summary

Dr. Richard Huffard is an internal medicine and emergency medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M Miller School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, where he built a strong foundation in both specialties. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Huffard has developed extensive expertise in treating patients across different care settings. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in the Santa Barbara community.

Dr. Huffard practices at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital and maintains locations throughout Santa Barbara, California. His clinical focus includes treating upper respiratory infections and addressing frequent infections in children. He performs routine procedures such as adult immunizations and rapid strep tests to provide comprehensive care. Patients consistently rate Dr. Huffard highly for his medical expertise, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lansing Huffard has 3 locations

The Medcenter

2954 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Speaks Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English, Tamil
Santa Barbara , CADiamond Bar , CATigard , ORPalo Alto , CA
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lansing Huffard

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lansing Huffard has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lansing Huffard has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Lansing Huffard 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Huffard's NPI number is 1578662003.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Huffard speak?
Dr. Richard Huffard speaks Portuguese and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Huffard?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Huffard here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Richard Huffard accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Huffard has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Richard Huffard's office located?
Dr. Richard Huffard's office is located at 2954 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Huffard affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Huffard is affiliated with Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.

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