--- title: "Dr. Andrew F. Mester | Head and Neck Doctor in Santa Barbara, CA" description: "Dr. Andrew F. Mester, M.D. practices Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery in Santa Barbara, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-andrew-f-mester-1090093460" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Andrew F. Mester, M.D. ![Andrew F. Mester, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/u2qvn21czvpxeODYDo2IfKMvnzE_6VOli6UL25nWvt0/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.9/5 [(376 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # Andrew F. Mester, M.D. ## Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery - Accepting new patients [4151 Foothill RoadBuilding ASanta Barbara, CA 93110](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4151+Foothill+Road+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93110+US) ## Schedule appointment [805-681-7500](tel:+18056817500) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-andrew-f-mester-1090093460#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-andrew-f-mester-1090093460#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-andrew-f-mester-1090093460#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-andrew-f-mester-1090093460#provider-services) ## About Dr. Mester Languages English, Hungarian, and German Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Professional highlights Dr. Mester has provided care to vocalists at the Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara and has presented a lecture titled “Medical Aspects of the Professional Voice.”. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Semmelweis Medical University **Residency:** Semmelweis Medical University - Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery **Fellowship:** Semmelweis Medical University - Pediatric Otolaryngology/Broncho-Esophagology ## Board certifications - Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Sansum Medical Group Santa Barbara ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (24 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Individual and Family HMO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum/Catastrophic Plans - Aetna Medicare Eagle (PPO) - Aetna Medicare Enhanced (PPO) - Aetna Premier Care Network (APCN) - Aetna Premier Care Network (APCN) Plus - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access EPO - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) - Choice POS II - First Health - Health Fund HMO - Health Fund POS - Health Fund PPO - Health Network - HMO - HMO Deductible - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Savings Plus Narrow Network Product PPO-POS **Anthem Blue Cross of California (16 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum - (Pathway-EPO) - Anthem Bronze PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem Gold PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees (includes CalPERS) - Anthem Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem Silver PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - My Choice PPO **Blue Shield of California (28 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Tandem PPO/EPO - Blue Shield Trio ACO HMO (IFP & Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Gold PPO - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Virtual Blue PPO - Vital Shield 900 Plans **California Foundation for Medical Care (Kern and Santa Barbara Counties) (1 plan)** ### California Foundation for Medical Care (Kern and Santa Barbara Counties) - PPO: Large Group & Small Group Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Foothill Surgery Center at Sansum Clinic](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/foothill-surgery-center-at-sansum-clinic-2010988372) 4151 Foothill Road Building A Santa Barbara, CA 93110 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4151+Foothill+Road+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93110+US) [805-681-7500](tel:+18056817500) Sunday Closed Monday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 6:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Audiology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/audiology) - [Ear care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/ear-care) - [Ear, nose and throat](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/ear-nose-and-throat) - [Facial nerve care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/facial-nerve-care) - [Head and neck cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-neck-cancer) - [Head and neck care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-and-neck-care) - [Head and neck oncologic surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-neck-oncologic-surgery) - [Nasal and sinus care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/nasal-and-sinus-care) - [Snoring and sleep apnea](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/snoring-and-sleep-apnea) - [Throat care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/throat-care) ## Similar providers nearby - ![Rabindra A. Braganza](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/j2nHnw2oxGvrE2kaXoQNTyxBsZihPF1LJtZoAKvvvR0/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Rabindra A. Braganza, M.D., FACS](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-rabindra-a-braganza-1090093448) (267) 4151 Foothill Road Building A Santa Barbara, CA 93110 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=4151+Foothill+Road+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93110+US) [805-681-7636](tel:+18056817636) #### Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery - Accepting new patients ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. It is not intended as a recommendation, referral or endorsement of any particular provider. Physicians are not employees or agents of Sutter Health or its subsidiaries. The information is submitted by each doctor and we make no guarantee or warranty as to the accuracy of the information. 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