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On Zocdoc, internists in Los Angeles, CA have an average rating of 4.76 based on approximately 554 reviews. In Los Angeles, CA you can find 83 internists with 4-stars or higher. Zocdoc collects reviews from real patients after each appointment, ensuring authentic feedback. Only patients who have booked and attended appointments may post reviews, providing trustworthy and reliable insights into patient experiences.
Yes, you can book a video visit with an internist. There are currently 7 locations that offer video visits in this city. When a provider offers video visits, you will see a small video camera icon next to their profile image. Select a date and time from their available appointment slots and go through the booking process.
As of March 2026, Los Angeles, CA, has about 1603 licensed internists. (Medpro)
According to data from 2023, California had a location quotient of 0.75 for general internal medicine physicians, indicating the state had approximately 25% fewer internists than the national average. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023)
Internists are a type of primary care doctor. According to data from the Health Resources and Services Administration, around 630 areas in California have been designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA) and are facing a shortage of primary care doctors. (Health Resources and Services Administration, 2025)
As of 2023, nearly 7.2% of adults in California reported being told by a health professional that they had had a stroke, angina, or a heart attack. An internist can help treat and manage these conditions by suggesting lifestyle changes, prescribing medications, and regularly monitoring symptoms and risk factors. (America’s Health Rankings, 2023)
The best-rated internists in Los Angeles, CA, are those with high patient reviews for care quality, bedside manner, and appointment availability. You can explore top-reviewed doctors on Zocdoc and book instantly.
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