How many pharmacies are there in California?

6,807 are registered with Medicare across 630 places in California. That count comes from the federal NPI registry, so it covers businesses enrolled to supply equipment, not every shop that happens to sell a cane.

Do I need a prescription?

Not to buy. Crutches are an over-the-counter purchase anywhere in California. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.

Pharmacies in California

Retail and community pharmacies. The fastest same-day option in most towns, and the one open latest.

pharmacies: 6,807
Places covered: 630
All suppliers in state: 14,693

What to expect. Typically stocks basic aluminum underarm crutches off the shelf, sometimes a cane or a folding walker. Selection is thin and forearm crutches are rare.

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630 places

Other supplier types in California

Medical supply store

Home medical equipment and durable medical equipment (DME) dealers. This is the category most likely to stock more than one style of crutch and to fit them for you.

7,100 in California →

Orthotics & prosthetics

O&P practices that fabricate and fit braces, prosthetic limbs, and custom supports.

786 in California →

Common questions

How many pharmacies are there in California?: 6,807 are registered with Medicare across 630 places in California. That count comes from the federal NPI registry, so it covers businesses enrolled to supply equipment, not every shop that happens to sell a cane.
Will a pharmacy have crutches in stock?: Typically stocks basic aluminum underarm crutches off the shelf, sometimes a cane or a folding walker. Selection is thin and forearm crutches are rare.
Do I need a prescription?: Not to buy. Crutches are an over-the-counter purchase anywhere in California. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.