Completely SCAMMED, Don't let it happen to you! Don't be fooled by these two's fame and accolades from TV a decade or more back, THEY GIVE FALSE DIAGNOSIS and then make you feel extremely worried and uncomfortable forcing you to accelerate and get things done quickly with them. We were told about multiple additional tests to perform that were unneeded though pushed on us from both doctors like it was an immediate issue with my wife's health. Issues ranged from * Claiming my wife had an STD when no test results were provided to prove this, Same as other users that have posted this on YELP, It happened to us. * Cysts on ovaries that needed an immediate extraction that ended up becoming extremely costly and QUADRUPLED in the quoted price. * Claimed we needed a full blood workup with ultrasound that were complete non needed. * Anesthesia quoted from LISA a rep for them stating $200 average that resulted in an $800 charge across 3 different Anestesologists: Pace Anesthesia, Point Anesthesia and New Line Anesthesia. 3 different companies yet there was only 1 girl in the room providing the service. They prey on victimizing their patients and lure them into a bunch of false tests that are costly while providing inaccurate results, records to prove this issues and quotes that are no where near correct. They are QUACKS! They provoke you into being scared about assessments you don't have, then trick you into using your insurance to having them resolved here. These people should be investigated. Look at the others reviewing here. It also happened to us here as well. This place was a complete nightmare. We came here because of the YELP reviews but I can assure you we are DEAD ON with our experience. Im convinced they pay for review here or something. We've had excessive and illusive charges to our insurance from this place for services we never had done. We had to call the fraud dept at Blue Shield of CA to validate and invalidate charges and on the phone with Customer Service for many hours throughout the process. Thank God for diligent insurance representatives to represent us effectively so weren't not charged. Don't expect your emails, phone calls, or messages to be returned either. They are not polite here. They claim to be busy and they really aren't. Its sad, preying on the health of others. We've had to come down here when they open to stand intrusively in the lobby about to cause a scene to get print outs of records, confirm false charges and receive explanations to all of these things. They are NOT helpful in anyway. They SCAM people here, and if you don't believe our experience together here, please read the others that have suffered here. Its all true. read more

False diagnosis. Do not come here, their lab is a complete scam. My pap was normal for the past 3 years (same partner) then suddenly I got the health insurance and it was abnormal (twice). I went to other 2 clinics to do my pap again and everything was normal. Thank God, I didn't went for the colposcopy procedure with her. Stay away read more

Horrible. Long wait despite having appointment (approx an hour in waiting room), when I mentioned it she said "Oh, we are so busy" then she asked if I had trouble getting an appointment and I said "No", she said "Oh, we've had so many cancellations". So which is it - are you busy or are you not? She did NOT listen to actual problems and as a result ran unnecessary tests and pushed for unnecessary treatments. Also, I could barely understand her due to soft speaking voice and heavy Russian accent. She wasn't very forthcoming with information, just kept asking "do you have any questions" which I didn't because she was providing NO information for me to have questions about. Unfortunately, in this instance, age does not equal wisdom. Honestly, I would have been better off at Planned Parenthood. Oh, parking is metered on the street before 3 pm or $10 in the parking lot after 3 pm. There's no validation. Ladies, unless you need the interpretation services they provide, find someone else. read more

I made an appointment to see Dr. Bess after years of suffering from a recurring problem. When I got there, I waited 40 minutes to get into a room, but that was fine. It's a doctor's office, I understand they get busy. The first visit was fine and I was very encouraged by all the tests they were running in order to help figure out my problem. At my follow up appointment, Dr. Bess clearly forgot who I was and what was wrong with me. She sat down with my test results, saw nothing wrong, and sent me home, telling me to come back in 6 months. I was upset that I paid two co-pays and got nothing out of it. The real problems began a few weeks later. I am a very poor college student, and I received a phone call from my mother screaming at me over a health insurance bill she had received. Apparently Dr. Bess was out of my insurance network, and her office knew that (they even called my insurance company to confirm). They did not tell me this, and ran several expensive tests. They also filed the claim as a "preventative" visit rather than the "diagnostic" one it obviously was, which I understand makes the visit more expensive. Now my insurance company is demanding $2000+ from me. I am a full-time student, and the job I have pays for my food and rent. What am I going to do? Hopefully my appeal is accepted. read more

Find another doctor. Awful Service: Came here for my annual exam, and to get a RX renewal for my BC. My insurance only covers my BC as a medical necessity (which it is since I have menstrual disorder) When my insurance denied to cover the RX I called the office to get a Prior authorization and they told me they couldn't do it. I persisted after a visit in OCTOBER, I didn't have anything submitted until JANUARY. They never returned my calls. On one occasion the receptionist gave me attitude and I was placed on hold and then hung up on. Cold Demeanor: Okay getting a Pap Smear is never fun, and I'm always a bit uncomfortable when it comes down to it. Dr. Bess was the farthest thing from gentle or soothing. Her exact words to me while trying to perform the exam "You're fighting me. Don't fight me." Gee, that helps Doc. Not to mention it was the most painful pap I've ever had. :( SCAMS: Again I just came in for a routine annual exam & my prescription. Dr. Bess insisted that I also get like an ultra sound and some cat scan done even though I had no compaints. After feeling my neck she says that some muscle in my neck feels swollen and I should get it tested as well 'just to make sure". I've visited a doctor regularly my entire life & I had no complaints or symptoms? She insisted I schedule another visit to get the exams done before I leave to check out. I was feeling worried but I felt like I was getting scammed so I just let it go. Overall unless you like being treated poorly, rude staff, painful exams and charged for exams you don't need then don't go here. read more

Dr. Bess is a nice, caring and competent doctor. I was under her care for a couple of years, and she's been very helpful. The only thing is the wait time can be pretty long in my experience. The front desk staff can also be more friendly. Other than that, I can only say good things about Dr. Bess! read more

I can say nothing but only good things about Ludmila Bess and her practice! I consider myself very lucky to find her and to be under her and Oleg Bess' care. I had my daughter with the office in 2016 and the whole experience was nothing short of amazing! No stress, only positive vibes. I delivered on a weekend and had Zoya Preys performing delivery since she was schedule as an emergency doctor that weekend - it was the only time I saw her and even then it was a fantastic experience! I live in a different date now and nothing compares to Dr. Bess! read more

This place is so messy! Ludmila Bess is fine, but if you need emergency appointment, she will be on vacation or something for month. Also she keep forgetting and could ask 5 times the same question. No more complains about her . But reception is weird, a lot of talking like tattle, instead of pay attention on patient. You have to wait about 1 hour. No apologies, nothing just ignore. Some workers unprofessional, some is good. I couldn't get my medical records 3 days, i had to call and ask 10 times for that. And finally got lucky, they send it to me. read more

Dr. Ludmila Bess is not only an excellent doctor but shes a wonderful human being. I truly love her! EVERY time I visit she shows genuine care. Dr. Bess really makes me feel very comfortable she's sweet and shows care. When I walk out her office she hugs me, no other doctor has done that. On the other hand her staff is not very nice. This is why I rated 4 stars. Marina (front desk) can come up as rude (maybe busy?..who knows) Twice shes given me appointments that dates don't match (They charge $50.00 if you do not show up to appointments). This however doesn't change how I feel about going to Dr. Bess. The best OBGYN in Los Angeles. read more

I love Dr. Ludmilla Bess and this practice. I've been going here for a very long time and Dr. Bess is really just the best. Yes, sometime you have to wait, but what doctor's office doesn't SOMETIMES have that issue? They're a good practice, and Dr. Bess is more than worth the wait. read more

I am not Russian and Dr. Bess treated me for many years when I lived near her office. I am planning to use her again in the future upon my return. I thought she was very caring and considerate. I never waited too long. I felt as though her office always went above and beyond to help in any way they could! 5 stars! read more

I love this place.They make us wait for sometime because doctor is always busy but she made my sister's delivery so much easier! Forever thankful! read more

i am a patient of Dr. Bess i can attest that her office has a super professionalism and the staff is wonderful love the atmosphere even in a medical setting everyone is attentive and friendly the Dr. is a knowledgeable professional who takes care of everything right away and answers all my concerns and questions . LOVE Dr.Bess xoxox Natalie L read more

If you are not Russian you are treated like a shit by the staff and Dr. Ludmila Bess. Unfortunately, my insurance does not allow me choice my doctor and referred me to Dr. Ludmila Bess office, Terrible office and staffs with horrible attitude and Dr. Ludmila Bess Isn't the most caring, competent doctor either. She does not even speak proper English. Wait time has always been around an hour with no apologies and explanation. Appointments are no more than 5 min with the minimum information. They Are charging you for the preventive care which is 100% covered by the insurance. This is a business office that offers the least amount of health care to patients. I was there today, and I didn't even get a chance to see the doctor because I refused to pay $40 for the an annual Pap Smear that is covered by my insurance 100%. As a result, Dr. Ludmila Bess refused to see me. Neither the Dr. Ludmila Bess nor the staff had the guts to let me know that Dr. Ludmila Bess does not want to see me since I refused to pay for a fee that did not exist. The nurse took me in made me change and wait for one hour while Dr. Ludmila Bess went to other patients that came after me. Finally after an hour wait I dressed and left. Please stay away from Dr. Ludmila Bess office. read more

DO NOT GO HERE!! Several years ago I was a patient of Dr. Bess and went into her for what seemed to be a rash of sorts within my nether region and inner thigh area not only did she run tons of unnecessary tests, she misdiagnosed me with an STD of all things and provided me with medication for this said "STD" that I filled with took with tears. I had to have a very embarrassing conversation with my then boyfriend (now husband) thank God about the diagnosis (humiliating). Just to be awoken in so much pain and with such a bad reaction to the medication that it landed us in the ER at 4am!!! I was promptly admitted and told that not only do I not have any kind of STD but that the medication cream I was given for my "so called STD" actually caused a severe bacterial infection to what was simply an ingrown hair and bad razor/heat burn which had now spread to my inner thighs!! They re-prescribed me the bacterial cream bacitracin (not used to treat any kind of STD) and after 2 applications the rash, swelling and pain had subsided and after 5 days was gone completely and I have been without incident ever since 5 yrs later!! I never went back again. Come to find out this wasn't the last time that Dr. Bess would misdiagnosed me either. As I went to her due to what I thought were infertility problems and she told me that it would be nearly impossible for me to conceive a child naturally that my "womb was too hostile" whatever that means? So shortly after the above mentioned "STD" scare and my now husband and I being cleared of all of that nonsense, I decided BC was feudal and just causing my body unwanted hormonal fluctuations. So, given Dr. Bess' insistence of my "infertility" without surgery (which I didn't want or have) I stopped taking it a year later. And...I am proud to say that this time her ignorance was in our favor as my husband and I conceived our first child completely naturally and totally unplanned 6 mos later. Guess my womb was more "hostile" towards her and her staff's militant behavior than my precious baby boy!! Now, I am being hounded by her collections agency for over $300 in bills for that before mentioned doctor visit and unnecessary tests for that "STD" misdiagnosis because, she didn't take my insurance. It is my belief that this office is just gauging patients with unnecessary testing and misleading women who are just having very common obstacles to getting pregnant to believe that they are infertile in an effort to try and maintain some high profile Beverly Hills location and status. I can't begin to tell you how many times I waited in her office to only have her point out to me every time I came that not only more tests but surgery was needed, while simultaneously showing me her and her son's headlines and accolades. To me this was/is just a typical outdated Beverly Hills Medical Office has been who is trying to hold tight to their once glory days and preying on uninsured, seemingly infertile women who desperately want a child. Don't do it to yourselves ladies. Get a Yoga membership, get some Reiki Sessions, get some Ayurvedic treatments and get an Acupuncturist instead. Much cheaper, much more effective and, a whole hell of a lot less humiliating!!! read more

Dr. Bess has a nice bedside manner, but I'm not sure if the experience I had at this office was normal. I went in for a routine checkup after not having had one in a few years. Dr. Bess said everything looked fine, but asked me to come back for a vaginal ultrasound. I didn't understand why, but went along with it. She also recommended I go on birth control for a small cyst. Later I ended up going to another gynecologist who advised against the birth control and also said it's unusual to recommend an ultrasound when a patient is my age (late 20s) and has no pain, irregularity or history of any problems. My regular physican agreed. So... did I pay for an ultrasound I didn't need? I was left not knowing what to think about Dr. Bess's medical advice since it contradicted what the other doctor told me. I also saw that "pelvic pain" was written on my chart, even though I didn't report experiencing any... read more

Just got my Explanation of Benefit and yup, they up charged me on my co-pay. Know your insurance benefits thoroughly before making any payments to this office. read more

The Pros: Dr. Bess has been so wonderful. I went there spur of the moment as I needed an annual quickly, and I didnt have time to hunt for a doctor. I didn't expect much, but she was so thorough and kind and asked all the right questions and gave me so many tips that other doctors had never shared with me before regarding some of my issues. I felt like she really knew her stuff, and just really wanted to help me. She wasn't in some hurry to get me out of there. Ive now seen her twice and both times she has been so professional and forthcoming. I literally can't say a bad thing about her. But just know that she is from Russia and has a very thick accent, so she can sometimes be difficult to understand. BUT SO WORTH IT! The Cons: The office sucks. The second time I went they said I didnt have an appointment. When i presented the appointment card that they had given me they just nodded their head and acted like it was no big deal and that they'd see me. But I waited 50 minutes before seeing the tech and then waited another 40 before seeing the doctor. And everyone in the office seemed like they'd been waiting forever. The staff was nice enough, but their organizational skills are seriously lacking. read more

DR Ludmilla Bess is the most caring, attentive, thorough doctor I have ever had in my life! I had a painful procedure today, and Dr Bess calmed me down, and even called me this evening at 6pm to check on me to see how I was recovering! She told me to "get some rest" and I told her I would keep her posted! I have never had a more compassionate DR and I really don't want to share, because they are already VERY BUSY, because their office is TOP NOTCH! Dr bess told me when she first came to the US, she worked in Louisiana, and many of her clients had the same last name as I do! (There is a town in Louisiana named after my family). We immediately bonded and she has been amazing ever since! Thanks again Dr Bess! I feel completely safe in your hands! Its hard to find a quality doctors who CARE AND THE office and staff who are very good as well! THANK YOU SO MUCH! read more

The best doctor's visit I have ever had. She is incredible, professional, and very clear. So knowledgeable, really a gifted physician.

I am very grateful to dr. Bess for being proactive and taking initiative in order to treat my mother's chronic condition ( Paget's disease). After many years of trying unsuccessfully different therapies she continuously suffered from pain. Dr. Bess assigned radiation treatment , and Dr. Yampolsky from the Center for Radiation Therapy of Beverly Hills implemented it. My mother is finally free of pain. Thank you , Dr. Bess. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Ludmila Bess for over 20yrs. and she in nothing short of Amazing!!! She's caring, insightful, knowledgeable in her field and always helpful. She's available any time I have reached out to her. The quality of care she provides is unsurpassed and I highly recommend her skills and expertise. Her staff is also very professional and friendly, always ready to answer any questions or concerns and assist you in every way. read more

I know that usually men don't visit this type of doctor but I was lucky enough to be looked at by Dr. Ludmilla Bess and her professional staff. I waited less than 5 minutes (since I had an appointment) and was cared for very warmly and received a lot of attention. She is the most professional and knowledgeable doctor and her patients love her. I wanted to personally thank her for her diligence and "extra care" for my issue and test results. I am so appreciative that doctors like this still exist who are not rushing you out the door to see more patients but spend time looking you over and making sure you're going to liver a long and happy life. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE! read more

Dr. Ludmila Bess is AMAZING. She has and still is a doctor for my mother. She was my mother's doctor when my brother and I were born. I am recommending Dr. Bess to everyone and anyone. Her staff is very friendly and helpful. I wouldn't go any where else. read more

Dr Bess and her staff are the best. Dr Bess is attentive, gentle, and just wonderful. She treated my difficult condition and I couldn't be any happier! The doctor explains everything very clearly, answers all questions, and makes herself available by phone for any other concerns. She referred me to other specialists when I needed further tests done and checked in regularly to see how I was doing. She does everything to ensure you get healthy. Her staff is great, too. Very kind and thoughtful ladies in this office. Marina even once helped me fill out some insurance paperwork over the phone. Best doctor's office! Thank you read more

I actually looked up Dr. Bess to find out if she was even still alive. I thought of her after thinking about my rather unpleasant time of being her patient many years ago. She was pretty old then but the with the plastic surgery it is hard to ascertain exactly how old she is. I see I am not the only person to feel this way about her. My biggest regret for having been her patient is I referred a good friend of mine to her who at the time was in her early 30's. This friend had continued pain in her ovaries which she later told me Dr. Bess continually ignored and waved off as being of no importance. My friend finally saw a different OB-GYN and was found to have what was thought to be a large cyst on one ovary which was then found to be ovarian cancer during her surgery. Luckily that friend is OK now. My time with her was mainly basic routine check-ups. She pushed her own array of vitamins packaged in ziplock bags at me which I bought one time. I dealt with the hour long waits. She then once told me I had what appeared to be "trauma" to my cervix and essentially asked what I had done to myself. Completely confused as to what she was talking about and after explaining that I had done nothing that would cause something like that to happen she refused to explain what else it could be. I even approached her in her office after her unsatisfactory wave of the hand and she continued to tell me "don't worry, don't worry". Not exactly the medical professional approach. The final straw came when I went to her after 6 months of trying to conceive. She referred me to a fertility specialist whose approach and office was about as pleasant as going to a used car salesman. They literally had packaged deals for IVF. They had a swank office in West LA and obviously have been doing well for themselves but the unprofessionalism was astounding. I wish I could remember who they were because I'd write a review about that insane experience. The best part was when the financial person we were ushered in to see asked what my FSH levels were and responded with a big sigh and said "That's really high". I sent them a letter after that. For your sake, save yourself the strangeness. I live elsewhere now and have luckily had the best female group of OBG-YN's you can imagine who couldn't have been further from the weirdness of this doctor. Also, don't see fertility specialists that make you feel like you are buying a car instead of trying to conceive a child. Good luck! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Bess for about couple of years now. After years of challenge looking for a great OB/GYN, I finally ended in the right place. Before coming to DR. Bess, I was seen by a number of other OB/GYN in Los Angeles area and had awful experiences. Dr. Bess is by far the best OB/GYN you can find. She is kind, concerned, up to date on every drug/contraceptive, and makes you feel that the only person in her practice that is important is YOU. Dr. Bess is a experienced and professional doctor. Not only she makes my visits easy and pain-free, she is also honest and truthful to my questions. She talks to me about my concerns and makes me feel very comfortable every time I am in her office. I strongly recommend this doctor to others! read more

Dr. Ludmila Bess is extremely knowledgable, professional and has a great bedside manner. I was referred to her by a woman that said she was amazing. I went to the office and I can say that I havent been to a better Gynecologist (and Ive gone to many because of reproductive issues). The staff cares about you. Dr. Bess cares about you, and you immediately know it from the attention they give you. Im having my first baby at the age of 42 and I really believe that Dr. Ludmila and Dr. Oleg Bess helped this happen. I followed their advice and was consistent with my procedures, appointments and guidelines. I recommend women to go to this office. I pass their information on frequently because I highly recommend them. read more

Dr. Bess is very personable and very very experienced. There are lines in the office and the staff is not always... together... and there was a case when they started measuring my blood pressure when I came in with a simple question... but generally as far as Dr Bess - she is very good. Simple. Takes most insurances. Etc. read more

Loved Dr Bess. She's very experienced and knows how to keep you calm in an awkward situation. She's a great obgyn, however no longer does deliveries or major procedures. If you need anything other than a general checkup, you will need to add another obgyn for that. I had been going to Dr. Bess for 8+ years and don't have any complaints. Very thorough exams and a great office staff as well. read more

Dr. Bess has been treating three generations of women in my family, I have been her patient for over twenty years. She delivered my first born son and even though she no longer delivers babies herself, when my second son was born she took the time to come and visit us at the hospital! I absolutely adore her and appreciate the knowledge ,professionalism and compassion she offers. When I come to my appointments she always make me feel like I'm her only patient, taking all the time we need to talk, explains everything, like we're family. I highly recommend Dr. Ludmila Bess! read more

I've had a very good experience with Dr. Bess and her office. She explains everything she is doing in a very straightforward way, and was very attentive to listening to my questions and answering them in a clear way. She never seems to be in a hurry to get you out the door as you can sometimes feel in a busy office. read more

I LOVEEE Ludmila. She is such an amazing Gyno and makes you feel so comfortable. I would highly recommend going to her. I would not go to anyone else! Thank you Ludmila! read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Bess for a while. She has a great team of professional, caring and friendly staff. She has been taking care of me for years, and I would not ever switch to another doctor. read more

Dr. Bess is smart, professional and very thoughtful person. Ludmila Bess provides a service you expect from a doctor. Excellent manners and knowledge make gynecologist visit easy and stress-free.. Every time I come for my regular checkups, I feel like I'm in good hands. I always highly recommend Dr. Bess to my friends and family. There is plenty of street parking (meter). I prefer to park in a parking lot at the building next to the medical plaza. The location is very convenient for West LA, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood residents. read more

Dr. Bess is the best. She's very thorough, she takes time to listen.

I am really blessed to be a patient of such a competent doctor like doctor Ludmila Bess. She really save my life to identify my problem on the very early stage.I went through surgery, proper treatment and now i am back to work and can enjoy my life. I am amazed by her thoroughness, knowledge and excellent bedside manners. I recommended her to many of my friends and all thanked me a lot for such a referral. i just wish her to be healthy and stay in practice for many years. read more

I just needed to find a doctor to do my yearly preventative care check ups and I came across the office of Dr. Ludmila Bess. Did my appointment, they ask if I wanted any extra testing done, I didn't, the appointment went great! Then the bill comes, this is where it all goes down hill. They decided to charge me for all the testing I declined, claiming I had opted into it and that it was "routine". I then attempted to contact them for a line by line receipt so I may dispute the claims. First off, it was hard to get a hold of them because I'm calling during office hours and avoiding their lunch times and it kept claiming the office wasn't even open. Second, when I actually got ahold of them I just asked for a line by line receipt, they asked me why, I explained and they refused and told me everything was correct and that it was "all routine". I then go to call them just to pay the office visit charge, they pick up say "your fourth" and place me on a hold. When I finally get through to them I let them know that I wanted to pay a bill and they said they were "too busy" and to call back tomorrow. It's wildly unprofessional and I hope I can deter anyone looking for a QUALITY doctors' office from Dr. Ludmila Bess. read more

STAY AWAY!!! Ludmila Bess advised me to get an UNNECESSARY SURGERY. Unnecessary meaning she pushed a treatment different from the course recommended by experts from medical organizations including the American Cancer Society, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. Simply put, I had the single worst gynecologist visit of my life here, which could have turned into one of the worst experiences of my life. The full story: I had one abnormal pap, ASCUS which tested positive for high risk HPV. Surprising since I have had the HPV vaccine, but that's another story. Anyway, Ludmila told me I had a 30% chance of not developing cervical cancer. Then she told me she'd do a colposcopy to determine whether to remove the damaged cells with cryotherapy or a LEEP procedure. I had read that both of these can result in infertility and voiced my concern. She told me to stop crying and asked me to promise to stop reading about HPV because "it is upsetting you." Luckily, I was not about to stop asking questions. My old gynecologist was shocked and disappointed to hear Dr. Bess' recommendation. She told me that people my age usually clear CIN I 90% of the time and that she would not recommend anything other than waiting to see with another pap in 12 months, especially considering my virus had not developed to the point of CIN 1. I found a much better gyno in LA who was equally surprised. No one should see a doctor who risks her patient's fertility just to make a couple extra bucks. Ludmila Bess shouldn't be allowed to practice medicine. read more

Dr Bess is one of the best and most thorough OBGYNs I have ever been to. Her care is exceptional, her touch is gentle and she explains issues to you in "plain English." Her staff and practice is very professional, I have never had any issues with them or any trouble getting the appointments of choice. She does only take PPO which is limited for some but exceptional for me. After all you can not put a price on your health! Although I know it is a very busy office it does not feel crowded or overwhelming, but more of retainer medical practice. The quality of care in this office is fantastic!! I would recommend her and her staff to anyone!!! read more