Compounded GLP-1s (such as semaglutide or tirzepatide) can be prescribed only in specific cases under California Board of Pharmacy and FDA regulations. In California, 503A compounding pharmacies may only prepare GLP-1 medications when a patient has an intolerance to FDA-approved versions like Wegovy®, Ozempic®, Zepbound™, or Mounjaro®.

At Be Well Medical Group in Beverly Hills, we carefully review your history before considering any compounded option. Whenever possible, we prescribe FDA-approved GLP-1 medications directly from their original manufacturers:

• Novo Nordisk (makers of Wegovy® and Ozempic®)

• Eli Lilly (makers of Zepbound™ and Mounjaro®)
  

These are dispensed through licensed retail or specialty pharmacies to ensure authenticity and cold-chain safety. If compounded medication is necessary, we use only state-licensed California compounding pharmacies that meet FDA quality standards.
⚠️ Unregulated online sources should always be avoided due to safety and dosing concerns.

Sometimes. Many insurance plans in California, including those covering patients in Los Angeles, West Hollywood, and Beverly Hills, may cover GLP-1 weight loss medications — but approval often depends on strict medical criteria.
Coverage is typically available if you meet specific BMI or health requirements, such as:
 

• BMI ≥ 30 (some now 40), or BMI ≥ 27 with a weight-related condition (e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol)

• Completion of a 6-month structured weight management program, including:

  • A calorie-restricted diet plan

  • Behavioral therapy or psychotherapy

  • At least 150 minutes of exercise per week 

Because coverage criteria vary, we recommend checking directly with your insurance plan

The $100/month membership is designed to make care simple and accessible for patients throughout Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and California statewide.
It includes:
 

• Up to one evaluation or follow-up visit per month (telehealth or in-person)

• Progress tracking and medication adjustments

• Messaging access for brief questions between visits
   

Please note:
💡 The membership does not include the cost of lab work or medications.

We’ll help you find affordable labs and pharmacy options, including manufacturer-approved retail and specialty pharmacies (for Wegovy®, Ozempic®, Zepbound™, Mounjaro®), CostPlus, or licensed California compounding pharmacies when medically indicated.

Most patients need basic screening labs before starting GLP-1 or other weight loss medications. These help ensure safety and guide treatment. We typically order:
 

• A1c (blood sugar control)

• Comprehensive metabolic panel (liver, kidney, electrolytes)

• Thyroid test (TSH)

• Cholesterol panel

• Pregnancy test, if applicable 

We coordinate labs through our office, local Los Angeles facilities (Quest, LabCorp, or community partners) and can help you access low-cost self-pay options if you’re uninsured.

Yes! Be Well Medical Group offers telehealth weight loss appointments statewide, so you can receive care from anywhere in California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Sacramento, and rural areas.
Telehealth visits include:

• Personalized medical evaluations

• Medication management (including GLP-1s)

• Ongoing follow-ups and progress tracking

You’ll get the same quality of care and accountability — right from home.

You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault. Obesity is a chronic medical condition, not a matter of willpower. Even with personal trainers, private chefs, and full resources (as Oprah Winfrey has shared), sustainable weight loss can be challenging.

At Be Well Berlin, we treat obesity as the complex biological condition it is — addressing hormones, metabolism, mental health, sleep, and medication side effects. Our Los Angeles weight loss clinic uses an evidence-based, compassionate approach that helps patients finally experience long-term results.