How many pharmacies are there in Illinois?

2,018 are registered with Medicare across 458 places in Illinois. 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 Illinois. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.

Pharmacies in Illinois

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

pharmacies: 2,018
Places covered: 458
All suppliers in state: 6,038

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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458 places

Other supplier types in Illinois

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.

3,719 in Illinois →

Orthotics & prosthetics

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

301 in Illinois →

Common questions

How many pharmacies are there in Illinois?: 2,018 are registered with Medicare across 458 places in Illinois. 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 Illinois. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.