Medical Equipment Suppliers in Ames, IA
15 suppliers list a practice address in Ames, IA. That is 1.9% of the 809 listings in Iowa. 40.0% of them accept Medicare assignment, and the most recent enrollment date is January 1, 2025.
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Ames?
The figures below describe the size and mix of the local supplier base. A sizable share of suppliers are dedicated equipment businesses, which improves the odds of finding delivery and setup services.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Supplier listings | 15 |
| Rank in Iowa | 12th |
| Share of Iowa listings | 1.9% |
| Pharmacies | 9 (60%) |
| Dedicated medical supply companies | 2 |
| Opticians and optometrists | 6 |
| Orthotic and prosthetic providers | 2 |
| Accept Medicare assignment | 6 (40.0%) |
| Average equipment categories per supplier | 19.1 |
| Enrolled since January 1, 2025 | 1 |
How does Ames compare with the rest of Iowa?
Ames has 15 suppliers, and 40.0% accept Medicare assignment. That is 7.0 points below the Iowa rate of 47.0% and 11.2 points below the U.S. rate of 51.2%.
| Measure | Ames | Iowa | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accept Medicare assignment | 40.0% | 47.0% | 51.2% |
| Pharmacies | 60.0% | 63.7% | 71.5% |
| Dedicated medical supply companies | 13.3% | 15.1% | 15.4% |
| Enrolled since January 1, 2025 | 6.7% | 6.4% | 12.1% |
| Average equipment categories | 19.1 | 18.8 | 16.4 |
Ames ranks 8th of 13 Iowa cities with a supplier page by assignment rate. Fewer suppliers accept assignment than elsewhere in the state, so it pays to use the Accepts Medicare assignment filter on the supplier list below and to ask about total cost before you agree.
The supplier mix in Ames is close to the Iowa pattern: 60.0% pharmacies and 13.3% dedicated medical supply companies.
Small sample: with 15 listings, one supplier moves these percentages by about 6.7 points.
What equipment can you find in Ames?
Equipment families differ in how widely they are stocked. Orthotics and prosthetics are listed by 12 suppliers in Ames, the broadest family, while prosthetic lenses and vision supplies are listed by only 6. Each family links to a full category breakdown.
Among specialty equipment, the most commonly listed categories in Ames are Blood Glucose Monitors/Supplies (Mail Order) (9), Commodes, Urinals, Bedpans (8), Canes and/or Crutches (8), Walkers (8), and Urological Supplies (8).
Which suppliers are listed in Ames?
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.
- Choice Medical2117 Philadelphia St Ste 120, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-6000Does not accept assignmentMedical Supply Company Other · 39 equipment categories · Enrolled May 23, 2002
- Hy-Vee Clinic Pharmacy (3007)1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-7315Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Grocery Store · 35 equipment categories · Enrolled December 7, 2017
- Hy-Vee Pharmacy 1 (1013)3800 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014(515) 292-8375Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Grocery Store · 35 equipment categories · Enrolled December 7, 2017
- Hy-Vee Pharmacy 2 (1018)640 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010(515) 233-5645Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Grocery Store · 35 equipment categories · Enrolled December 7, 2017
- Mary Greeley Home Medical Equipment1114 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 239-6814Accepts Medicare assignmentNursing Facility, Medical Supply Company Other · 33 equipment categories · Enrolled April 1, 2018
- Medicap Pharmacy105 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-1653Does not accept assignmentPharmacy · 23 equipment categories · Enrolled May 1, 2008
- Walgreens #121082719 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-8284Accepts Medicare assignmentPharmacy · 22 equipment categories · Enrolled March 1, 2022
- CVS Pharmacy # 16530320 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 663-9645Does not accept assignmentPharmacy · 19 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2025
- Wal-Mart Pharmacy 10-4256534 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 956-3547Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Optician · 13 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2019
- Walmart Pharmacy 10-07493015 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-9232Does not accept assignmentPharmacy, Optician · 13 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 2019
- Hanger Clinic1202 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-3927Does not accept assignmentOrthotic Personnel, Prosthetic Personnel · 8 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1998
- Eye Care Optical2020 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 50010(515) 232-2450Accepts Medicare assignmentOptometrist · 3 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1998
- McFarland Clinic PC3600 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014(515) 663-4888Accepts Medicare assignmentOptometrist, Optician · 3 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1991
- McFarland Clinic, PC3500 University Blvd. Suite 1001, Ames, IA 50010(515) 239-3020Accepts Medicare assignmentOptometrist · 3 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1991
- McFarland Eye Center1128 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010(515) 239-4774Accepts Medicare assignmentOptometrist, Optician · 3 equipment categories · Enrolled January 1, 1991
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Which ZIP codes in Ames 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 Ames?
Suppliers often deliver to neighboring cities. The closest cities with their own pages are below, measured from the average location of listed suppliers.
- Urbandale, IA 28 mi
- Des Moines, IA 30 mi
- West Des Moines, IA 32 mi
- Fort Dodge, IA 43 mi
- Waterloo, IA 72 mi
- Mason City, IA 80 mi
- Cedar Rapids, IA 100 mi
- Iowa City, IA 111 mi
- Sioux City, IA 145 mi
Other large cities in Iowa: Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Davenport, Urbandale, and Iowa City. See all of Iowa on the state page.
In the Iowa ranking, Ames sits next to West Des Moines (17 suppliers) and Fort Dodge (15 suppliers).
Which suppliers in Ames are newest and broadest?
The broadest range belongs to Choice Medical, which lists 39 equipment categories. The newest enrollments are CVS Pharmacy # 16530 (January 1, 2025), Walgreens #12108 (March 1, 2022), and Walmart Pharmacy 10-0749 (January 1, 2019). See the recently enrolled suppliers list for the whole country.
How do you pick a supplier in Ames?
Before you order, confirm assignment, delivery time, and who handles repairs. 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 40.0% accepting assignment matters for your costs.
Frequently asked questions
How many medical equipment suppliers are in Ames, IA?
The directory lists 15 Medicare-enrolled suppliers in Ames, Iowa.
Do medical equipment suppliers in Ames accept Medicare assignment?
6 of 15 suppliers (40.0%) accept Medicare assignment. Confirm with the supplier for your specific item.
Which equipment category is listed most often in Ames?
Ostomy Supplies is listed most often, by 10 suppliers.
How does Ames compare with the rest of Iowa?
Ames has 15 suppliers, and 40.0% accept Medicare assignment. That is 7.0 points below the Iowa rate of 47.0% and 11.2 points below the U.S. rate of 51.2%. Ames ranks 8th of 13 Iowa cities with a supplier page by assignment rate. Fewer suppliers accept assignment than elsewhere in the state, so it pays to use the Accepts Medicare assignment filter on the supplier list below and to ask about total cost before you agree.
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.