Medical Equipment Suppliers in Des Plaines, IL
17 suppliers list a practice address in Des Plaines, IL. That is 0.8% of the 2,092 listings in Illinois. 76.5% of them accept Medicare assignment, and the most recent enrollment date is June 11, 2025.
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Des Plaines?
Here is how suppliers in the city break down by type and enrollment status. Pharmacies dominate the local listings, so expect strong coverage of diabetes supplies and dressings.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Supplier listings | 17 |
| Rank in Illinois | 14th |
| Share of Illinois listings | 0.8% |
| Pharmacies | 12 (71%) |
| Dedicated medical supply companies | 3 |
| Opticians and optometrists | 1 |
| Orthotic and prosthetic providers | 0 |
| Accept Medicare assignment | 13 (76.5%) |
| Average equipment categories per supplier | 18.9 |
| Enrolled since January 1, 2025 | 1 |
How does Des Plaines compare with the rest of Illinois?
Of 17 listed suppliers in Des Plaines, 13 accept Medicare assignment (76.5%). The Illinois average is 63.8% and the U.S. average is 51.2%.
| Measure | Des Plaines | Illinois | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accept Medicare assignment | 76.5% | 63.8% | 51.2% |
| Pharmacies | 70.6% | 71.4% | 71.5% |
| Dedicated medical supply companies | 17.6% | 13.0% | 15.4% |
| Enrolled since January 1, 2025 | 5.9% | 1.4% | 12.1% |
| Average equipment categories | 18.9 | 17.6 | 16.4 |
Des Plaines ranks 1st of 18 Illinois cities with a supplier page by assignment rate. Most suppliers here accept assignment, so a call to your first choice is a reasonable start. Still confirm for your specific item.
Dedicated medical supply companies make up 17.6% of listings here against 13.0% statewide. Dedicated suppliers usually handle delivery and setup, which helps for beds, lifts and oxygen.
Small sample: with 17 listings, one supplier moves these percentages by about 5.9 points.
What equipment can you find in Des Plaines?
Equipment families differ in how widely they are stocked. Diabetes supplies are listed by 14 suppliers in Des Plaines, the broadest family, while prosthetic lenses and vision supplies are listed by only 1. Each family links to a full category breakdown.
Among specialty equipment, the most commonly listed categories in Des Plaines are Enteral Nutrients (11), Epoetin (11), Infusion Drugs (11), Commodes, Urinals, Bedpans (10), and Canes and/or Crutches (10).
Which suppliers are listed in Des Plaines?
Every supplier in the city is listed below. Sorted by the number of equipment categories, then by name. Phone numbers open your dialer on mobile devices.
- Jama Medical Equipment LLC2434 E Dempster St Ste 207, Des Plaines, IL 60016(224) 580-2168Accepts Medicare assignmentMedical Supply Company Other · 51 equipment categories · Enrolled June 11, 2025
- Medsource LLC200 Howard Ave Ste 206, Des Plaines, IL 60018(773) 265-7670Accepts Medicare assignmentMedical Supply Company Other · 44 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2008
- American Drug Stores LLC1480 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 299-8185Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Grocery Store · 25 equipment categories · Enrolled October 1, 1989
- American Drug Stores LLC811 Elmhurst Rd Osco Drug #3473, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 439-4230Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Grocery Store · 25 equipment categories · Enrolled October 1, 1989
- Xcel Med, LLC2250 East Devon Avenue Suite 141, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 864-4901Does not accept assignmentMedical Supply Company Other · 25 equipment categories · Enrolled June 5, 2007
- Walgreen CO21 Rand Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 827-9659Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 22 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- Walgreen CO17 W Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 296-5145Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 22 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- Walgreen CO1378 Miner St, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 296-3958Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 22 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- Walgreens #152621 N Broadway St, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 827-7556Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 21 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- Roundys Supermarkets INC10 E Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 635-7785Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 14 equipment categories · Enrolled December 18, 2023
- Sams West INC101 W Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 803-0181Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 14 equipment categories · Enrolled November 1, 2018
- Weber Medical Systems LLC2289 S Mount Prospect Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 653-3000Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 12 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2009
- Jhc Acquisition LLC2313 S Mount Prospect Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 635-3000Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 10 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2005
- Walgreens #022121858 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 299-6611Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 7 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- Uvanta Pharmacy200 Howard Ave Ste 226, Des Plaines, IL 60018(297) 940-0222Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 6 equipment categories · Enrolled October 18, 2016
- June R R Nichols Ocularist LTD1767 E Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018(847) 803-5050Does not accept assignmentSupplier · 1 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1998
- Suburban Eye Consultants8901 W Golf Road Suite 300, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 824-3127Accepts Medicare assignmentOptician · 1 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1991
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Which ZIP codes in Des Plaines have the most suppliers?
Suppliers cluster around hospitals and medical districts. These ZIP codes have the most listings; each link opens the lookup with that ZIP code filled in.
Which cities are near Des Plaines?
Suppliers often deliver to neighboring cities. The closest cities with their own pages are below, measured from the average location of listed suppliers.
- Glenview, IL 6 mi
- Arlington Heights, IL 6 mi
- Skokie, IL 8 mi
- Elmhurst, IL 8 mi
- Schaumburg, IL 10 mi
- Chicago, IL 14 mi
- Naperville, IL 24 mi
- Aurora, IL 27 mi
- Orland Park, IL 29 mi
- Joliet, IL 35 mi
- Kenosha, WI 39 mi
- Merrillville, IN 47 mi
Other large cities in Illinois: Chicago, Peoria, Springfield, Rockford, and Naperville. See all of Illinois on the state page.
In the Illinois ranking, Des Plaines sits next to Arlington Heights (17 suppliers) and Orland Park (17 suppliers).
Which suppliers in Des Plaines are newest and broadest?
The broadest range belongs to Jama Medical Equipment LLC, which lists 51 equipment categories. The newest enrollments are Jama Medical Equipment LLC (June 11, 2025), Roundys Supermarkets INC (December 18, 2023), and Walgreens #15262 (March 1, 2022). See the recently enrolled suppliers list for the whole country.
How do you pick a supplier in Des Plaines?
Compare delivery windows and repair support, and confirm assignment before you agree to anything. The guides on How to Choose a Medical Equipment Supplier and How to Verify a Medical Equipment Supplier cover the questions to ask, and the assignment guide explains why 76.5% accepting assignment matters for your costs.
Frequently asked questions
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Des Plaines, IL?
The directory lists 17 Medicare-enrolled suppliers in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Do medical equipment suppliers in Des Plaines accept Medicare assignment?
13 of 17 suppliers (76.5%) accept Medicare assignment. Confirm with the supplier for your specific item.
Which equipment category is listed most often in Des Plaines?
Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Non-Mail Order) is listed most often, by 14 suppliers.
How does Des Plaines compare with the rest of Illinois?
Of 17 listed suppliers in Des Plaines, 13 accept Medicare assignment (76.5%). The Illinois average is 63.8% and the U.S. average is 51.2%. Des Plaines ranks 1st of 18 Illinois cities with a supplier page by assignment rate. Most suppliers here accept assignment, so a call to your first choice is a reasonable start. Still confirm for your specific item.
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.