Functional medicine directory · Los Angeles County
11 Best Functional Medicine Doctors in Los Angeles, CA
Compare 11 functional medicine practices in Los Angeles by credentials, insurance, telehealth and price — each one checked against its own website, with clinicians matched to NPI records.
We list 11 functional medicine practices in Los Angeles. Of these, 1 says it bills insurance, 1 offers superbills only, 1 is cash-only and 8 don't state insurance. 4 say they offer telehealth, and 2 publish a first-visit price. Top-scored by our rubric: Angel Longevity Medical Center (6.7), Phyto Heart Center (5.9) and Farahnik Integrative Medicine (4.9).
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How we verified this page: all 11 practices checked against NPI records, links to the California licensing boards and each practice's own website, most recently on October 6, 2026. Next full check: January 2027.
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Compare Los Angeles functional medicine practices
All 11 practices side by side. Self-reported fields are marked on each profile; Google ratings are on each profile.
Credentials as each practice lists them on its website; each profile shows the clinicians we matched to NPI records. IFMCP, insurance, telehealth, model and price are self-reported by each practice on its own website and dated on its profile. Google ratings are shown live on each practice's profile and are not part of our score.
The best functional medicine doctors in Los Angeles, ranked
#1
Angel Longevity Medical Center
Studio City, Los Angeles
MD + NPSuperbillTelehealth
This Studio City practice is the only one of the 11 we list in Los Angeles whose telehealth lists California, and one of 2 that publish a first-visit price: $850 for a 60-minute consultation. It lists MD and NP clinicians and says it provides superbills. Conditions it lists include menopause, Hashimoto's thyroiditis and autoimmune disorders.
First visit
60 min
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
The only one of the 11 Los Angeles practices we list that bills insurance for visits, this Encino practice says it is in-network with Regal/Lakeside HMO and accepts Medicare. It is one of 2 publishing a first-visit price, from $350. Its site lists an NP credential and services including echocardiography and sleep study.
First visit
90 min
Follow-ups
$75 each
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
NPI record since
2006
Ages · languages
Not reported
Labs offered:Heavy metals testingStool testing
Verified October 2026Licence: California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
One of 2 of the 11 Los Angeles practices we list that name an ND credential, this West Hollywood functional medicine practice lists Joshua Farahnik, ND MPH RH(AHG); confirm his licence status with the California board. It says it offers telehealth and a free discovery call. Conditions listed on its site include long covid, gastrointestinal health and allergies.
First visit
Not reported
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Free
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
Regenera Medical is the only one of the 11 practices we list in Los Angeles whose site lists an IFMCP credential, for Elroy Vojdani, MD, alongside Amy Waters, NP. It says it is cash only, runs on a membership model and doesn't accept Medicare. Conditions it lists include autoimmune conditions, persistent fatigue, brain fog and thyroid concerns.
First visit
Not reported
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
Khanh Perrin, MD is one of 4 of the 11 practices we list in Los Angeles that offer telehealth, and one of 3 that list a DO. Its site names Ingrid Edshteyn, DO, MPH; confirm her licence with the California board. It lists hormones, gut health, weight loss and brain health, and names the ProdromeScan blood test.
First visit
Not reported
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
NPI record since
2012
Ages · languages
Not reported
Labs offered:ProdromeScan blood test
Verified October 2026Licence: California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
Health & Vitality Center is one of 4 of the 11 practices we list in Los Angeles that say they offer telehealth, and one of 3 listing a DO credential, through Shiva Lalezar, D.O. Its site lists 20 conditions, including eczema, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, menopause and covid long haul syndrome.
LA Functional Neurology Back Pain and Spinal Decompression
Los Angeles
ND + DC
This practice is one of 2 of the 11 practices we list in Los Angeles that list a DC, and one of 2 that list an ND. Its site names Jeffrey James, DC, DACNB, and Joleen Trear, ND, and lists chiropractic care. Confirm licences with the state board. Listed conditions include brain fog, headaches and thyroid conditions.
First visit
Not reported
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
NPI record since
2007
Ages · languages
Not reported
Verified October 2026Licence: California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
One of 5 of the 11 Los Angeles practices we list that show the MD credential, Lotus Center for Integrative Medicine lists acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition and massage on its site. We matched 3 clinicians with California L.Ac. licences to NPI records but have not checked their status, so confirm with the state board. Conditions it lists include fertility, PCOS and rheumatology.
First visit
Not reported
Follow-ups
Not reported
Discovery call
Not reported
Licence status
Check with California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
NPI record since
2007
Ages · languages
Not reported
Verified October 2026Licence: California Department of Consumer Affairs licence search
This North Hollywood practice is one of 5 of the 11 Los Angeles practices we list that show an MD credential, and it says its first visit runs 90 minutes. It lists 19 conditions on its site, including ADHD, allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome and depression, and names acupuncture and homeopathic medicine. Confirm insurance and telehealth directly.
Local search demand and how many practices serve it.
740
Monthly Google searches for functional medicine in Los Angeles
Semrush, September 2026
#13
Rank by local search demand
Among the US cities we measure (Semrush)
0.3
Practices per 100,000 residents
Our listings · Census population
How to choose a functional medicine doctor in Los Angeles
01
Decide how you will pay first
Of 11 Los Angeles practices, 1 says it bills insurance for visits, 1 is superbill only, 1 is cash only and 8 don't state a policy. Only 2 publish a first-visit price and 1 a follow-up price, so ask for fees before booking.
02
Check licences, not the label
Functional medicine is an approach, not a licence. Los Angeles practices list MDs (5), NPs (3), DOs (3), NDs (2) and DCs (2). 1 practice self-reports IFMCP certification. Confirm each clinician's licence with the state board before your first visit.
03
Ask which lab tests cost extra
7 of the 11 practices name lab tests on their sites. Stool testing is named by 4, and food sensitivity and heavy metals testing by 3 each. Ask which tests are included in visit fees and which are billed separately.
04
Confirm telehealth licensing before video visits
4 Los Angeles practices say they offer telehealth. 1 lists California, and 3 don't name any states. If you live outside the city or travel, ask the clinician to confirm they're licensed in your state before a video visit.
Los Angeles vs. all the cities we list
Metric
Los Angeles
All listed practices
Practices billing insurance for visits
9%
9%
Practices offering telehealth
36%
57%
IFMCP-certified (self-reported)
9%
11%
Functional medicine in Los Angeles: common questions
How many functional medicine practices are in Los Angeles?
We list 11 functional medicine practices in Los Angeles, as of our October 2026 update. The top-scored on our published rubric are Angel Longevity Medical Center (6.7), Phyto Heart Center (5.9) and Farahnik Integrative Medicine (4.9). Scores reflect credentials, transparency, access, breadth and data completeness, and partners never affect them.
Does insurance cover functional medicine in Los Angeles?
We can't say what any plan covers. We can report what practices say. Of 11 Los Angeles practices, 1 says it bills insurance for visits, 1 offers superbills only, 1 is cash only, and 8 don't state their insurance policy. Ask your plan and the practice directly before booking.
How much does a functional medicine visit cost in Los Angeles?
Few Los Angeles practices publish visit prices. Of 11 practices, 2 publish a first-visit price, 1 publishes a follow-up price, and none publish a membership fee. These prices are self-reported from each practice's website. Check the individual profiles of the practices that publish them, and ask the others for current fees.
Are the functional medicine practitioners in Los Angeles medical doctors?
Some are. Practices list a mix of licences. MD credentials appear at 5 practices, NP at 3, DO at 3, ND at 2 and DC at 2. These credentials are self-reported. "Functional medicine" is an approach, not a licence, so check each clinician's own licence with the state board.
Can I see a functional medicine doctor online in California?
Some practices say they offer it. Of 11 Los Angeles practices, 4 say they offer telehealth. 1 of those lists California. None name only other states, and 3 don't name any states. Telehealth coverage is what practices say on their sites, so ask the clinician to confirm they're licensed in California before a video visit.
Do functional medicine practices in Los Angeles charge a membership fee?
One does. Of 11 Los Angeles practices, 1 uses a membership model. None of the 11 publish a membership fee on their site. Ask that practice directly what its membership costs and what it includes.
Can I pay with an HSA or FSA card in Los Angeles?
No Los Angeles practice we list says it accepts HSA or FSA cards. That count is 0 of 11 practices. This is based only on what practices state on their own websites. Ask a practice directly about payment options before booking.
Which lab tests do functional medicine practices in Los Angeles name?
Of 11 Los Angeles practices, 7 name specific lab tests on their sites. The most named are stool testing (4 practices), food sensitivity testing (3 practices) and heavy metals testing (3 practices). Next come cortisol / adrenal testing, lipid testing and micronutrient testing, at 2 practices each. These listings are self-reported.
How we rank
Scores come from verified data only: credentials & licensure (25%), transparency on pricing and insurance (25%), access (25%), breadth of services (15%) and data completeness (10%). Google ratings are shown live but never scored, and partner brands can't change a rank or a score.
This page is for information only and isn't medical advice. Functional medicine practitioners hold different licences and training; confirm credentials and costs directly with any practice before booking.