Summary

Nurse Practitioner Tara Kays specializes in surgical oncology with a focus on surgery and oncology care. She earned her medical education at Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice. Kays is fluent in English and provides comprehensive care for patients facing oncological challenges.

Tara Kays practices at the Margie Petersen Breast Center in Santa Monica, California, where she focuses on breast health and cancer care. She treats patients with dense breasts, benign breast masses, and benign breast cysts. Her procedural expertise includes performing scintimammography, breast cancer screening, and breast ultrasound examinations. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 9 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
  • 24 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Margie Petersen Breast Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

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9 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Chinese, Vietnamese, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Santa Monica , CAMonterey Park , CAGlendale , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Med School: Taipei Medical University Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Tara Jean Kays

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Tara Jean Kays has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Tara Jean Kays has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • General Surgeon
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Nurse Practitioner, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the PacificGraduated in 2017

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Tara Kays accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Tara Kays accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Tara Kays's office located?
Tara Kays's office is located at 2121 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Does Tara Kays accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Tara Kays accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Tara Kays speak?
Tara Kays speaks English.
Is Tara Kays accepting new patients?
Tara Kays is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Tara Kays's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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