Medical Equipment Suppliers in Alaska
The supplier dataset lists 88 medical equipment suppliers with a practice address in Alaska. That is 0.2% of all U.S. listings and the 52nd highest count nationwide. Listings cover 16 different cities, and 38.6% accept Medicare assignment.
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Alaska?
The supplier mix tracks the national pattern. Pharmacies are 70.5% of listings, close to the national 71.5%, and dedicated medical supply companies are 17.0%. The table summarizes the main attributes of the state's supplier network.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Total supplier listings | 88 |
| Share of U.S. listings | 0.2% |
| National rank by listings | 52nd |
| Cities with listings | 16 |
| Pharmacies | 62 (70.5%) |
| Dedicated medical supply companies | 15 (17.0%) |
| Opticians and optometrists | 7 |
| Orthotic and prosthetic providers | 9 |
| Accept Medicare assignment | 34 (38.6%) |
| Average equipment categories per supplier | 15.0 |
| Enrolled since January 1, 2025 | 5 |
| Most recent enrollment | February 25, 2025 |
Which cities in Alaska have the most suppliers?
Anchorage (40), Wasilla (10), and Fairbanks (9) lead the state by supplier count. The five largest cities hold 77.3% of the state's listings, so supply is concentrated in a few metro areas. City pages exist for every place with at least 15 listings.
| City | Suppliers | Accept assignment |
|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 40 | 40.0% |
| Wasilla | 10 | 30.0% |
| Fairbanks | 9 | 55.6% |
| Soldotna | 5 | 60.0% |
| Eagle River | 4 | 50.0% |
| Ketchikan | 4 | 25.0% |
| Homer | 2 | 0.0% |
| Juneau | 2 | 50.0% |
| Kenai | 2 | 0.0% |
| Kodiak | 2 | 0.0% |
| Palmer | 2 | 50.0% |
| Sitka | 2 | 100.0% |
What equipment do suppliers in Alaska carry?
The most commonly listed category is Surgical Dressings, listed by 75% of suppliers. Compared with the national mix, suppliers here list Orthoses: Off-The-Shelf (53% of suppliers vs. 38% nationally), Diabetic Shoes and Inserts (36% of suppliers vs. 29% nationally), and Orthoses: Prefabricated (Non-Custom Fabricated) (17% of suppliers vs. 14% nationally) more often than average. Each category links to a page that ranks every state and city.
| Equipment category | Suppliers | Share of state suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical Dressings | 66 | 75.0% |
| Ostomy Supplies | 65 | 73.9% |
| Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order) | 63 | 71.6% |
| Immunosuppressive Drugs | 61 | 69.3% |
| Nebulizer Drugs | 59 | 67.0% |
| Oral Anticancer Drugs | 59 | 67.0% |
| Oral Antiemetic Drugs | 59 | 67.0% |
| Urological Supplies | 56 | 63.6% |
By family, wound care and compression products reach the most suppliers (74), followed by diabetes supplies (69) and ostomy and urological supplies (67).
How do suppliers in Alaska differ by type?
The largest supplier types are pharmacies (62), grocery store pharmacies (25), medical supply companies (10), and orthotic personnel (7). Dedicated medical supply companies and respiratory-focused businesses usually offer delivery and setup, while pharmacies are better for supplies you pick up. See the full supplier type index for definitions.
Which suppliers enrolled most recently in Alaska?
5 suppliers here have enrollment dates in 2025 or later. The five newest enrollment dates are listed below.
- Sitka Vision Clinic, Sitka (AK), enrolled February 25, 2025
- Harry Race, Sitka (AK), enrolled January 1, 2025
- CVS Pharmacy #17436, Anchorage (AK), enrolled January 1, 2025
- CVS Pharmacy #17435, Anchorage (AK), enrolled January 1, 2025
- CVS Pharmacy #17404, Wasilla (AK), enrolled January 1, 2025
The national recent enrollments list shows the newest suppliers in every state.
Which states are near Alaska?
Suppliers often serve customers across state lines, especially near borders. Compare these nearby states:
- Washington 1,013
- Oregon 600
- Montana 232
- Idaho 313
- Utah 410
How do you choose a supplier in Alaska?
Start with the suppliers that accept Medicare assignment, then compare equipment range and delivery options. In Alaska, 38.6% of listed suppliers accept assignment. These guides explain the details: How to Choose a Medical Equipment Supplier, Medicare Assignment Explained, and How to Verify a Medical Equipment Supplier.
All Alaska cities with a supplier page
1 cities have a dedicated page with full supplier listings, equipment mix, and nearby cities.
- Anchorage 40
Other Alaska places with fewer than 15 listings (15)
Wasilla (10), Fairbanks (9), Soldotna (5), Eagle River (4), Ketchikan (4), Homer (2), Juneau (2), Kenai (2), Kodiak (2), Palmer (2), Sitka (2), Craig (1), North Pole (1), Seward (1), Valdez (1). Use the ZIP code lookup to see suppliers in these places.
Frequently asked questions
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Alaska?
The directory lists 88 Medicare-enrolled suppliers with a practice address in Alaska, which is 0.2% of the U.S. total.
Which city in Alaska has the most medical equipment suppliers?
Anchorage has the most, with 40 listings.
What share of suppliers in Alaska accept Medicare assignment?
38.6% of listed suppliers accept Medicare assignment (34 of 88).
Data source: public Medicare medical equipment supplier file, snapshot November 2026. To confirm a supplier, use Medicare's official supplier tool. See the methodology and editorial policy, or report an error.