How many pharmacies are there in Maryland?

1,165 are registered with Medicare across 187 places in Maryland. 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 Maryland. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.

Pharmacies in Maryland

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

pharmacies: 1,165
Places covered: 187
All suppliers in state: 3,230

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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187 places

Other supplier types in Maryland

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.

1,872 in Maryland →

Orthotics & prosthetics

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

193 in Maryland →

Common questions

How many pharmacies are there in Maryland?: 1,165 are registered with Medicare across 187 places in Maryland. 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 Maryland. A prescription is only required when you want Medicare or private insurance to cover the cost. Read how coverage works.