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Anticoagulation Clinic
Anticoagulation Clinic
The pharmacists at the Anticoagulation Clinic are committed to providing quality clinical and educational services that are timely and responsive to the needs of patients, families, other health professionals and the community.
Care and Treatment at Stanford
Compression Stockings Information
- A prescription is needed for a stocking with compression pressure >15 mmHg. (15mm Hg is needed for treatment compression.)
- A fit measurement is usually done at the medical supply stores where you purchase your stockings.
- It is recommended to take your measurements in the morning before swelling builds in the legs to avoid choosing a stocking size that is too large.
- If compression stocking is covered by the insurance, you usually pay ahead and the medical supply store will give you a receipt, which you can mail to your insurance for reimbursement.
- If your insurance does not cover the compression stockings or you are unable to obtain a prescription, you can go to http://www.healthylegs.com for the FDA-approved over-the-counter support stockings.
- The stockings can be knee-high or thigh-high.
- The correctly fitted stockings will not cut off your circulation. They help with the discoloration condition called postphlebitic syndrome and they help to prevent clot formation in your legs, especially if you have a long air flight or are not able ambulate for long periods of time.
- The durability of the stockings varies from manufacture to manufacture. Generally, they last for 4-6 months. If possible, have 2 pairs available so you can wear one while the other one is in the wash.
- The length of time for compression stockings depends on both the reason for wearing the compression and the amount of compression. Check with your doctor for instructions.
Tips for putting on your support hose
Remember:
- Proper compression stockings and arm sleeves should feel snug at first. It will take a few days to adjust to the pressure.
- Compression garments are easier to put on when you first get out of bed, before swelling occurs.
Helpful hints
- Skin should be dry
- Applying a thin layer of cornstarch or powder will help the stockings or sleeve slide over your skin.
- Remove any rings and jewelry that can damage your stockings.
- Can wear gloves to prevent fingernails from damaging the fabric - they also help provide grip to distribute the fabric more easily.
- Avoid rolling, gathering or bunching the fabric, as this will only increase the pressure – like creating a super rubber band.
- Apply moisturizer to your legs or arm in the evening rather than just before putting on your stocking or sleeve in the morning.
Medical supply stores for compression stockings
Berkeley:
Johnston Orthopedic
2801 Shattuck Ave
510-843-2488
Burlingame:
Bischoff's Medical Supply
1465 #B Chapin Ave
650-347-6606
Concord:
Economy Medical
1935 Diamond Blvd
925-686-3323
Fremont:
Haller's Pharmacy and Medical Supply
37323 Fremont Blvd
510-797-2772
Fremont Uniform & Medical Supply
644 Mowry Ave #280
510-791-5586
Fresno:
Nancy's Boutique
1418 A West Shaw Ave
550-226-1714
Marin:
Support Dimensions
415-388-7778
Mountain View:
Norell Prosthetics
205 South Dr
650-813-9300
Palo Alto:
Palo Alto Orthopedic
3910 Middlefield Rd
650-813-9300
Santa Clara:
Santa Clara Ostomy
2455 Forest Ave
408-296-7890
San Jose:
Bischoff's Medical Supply
225 North Bascome Ave
408-286-6651
Brannons
2052 Lincoln Ave
408-448-3000
Santa Rosa:
Accent On Health
3555 Round Barn Road
800-642-3858
Sonoma Surgical
4975 Sonoma Hwy
707-539-5151
San Francisco:
Bischoff's Medical Supply
1635 Divisadero St. #105
415-921-0440
Carrigan Surgical Support
2100 Clement St
415-668-4925
Walnut Creek:
Doc's Pharmacy
112 Lacasa Via, #100
925-939-6311
Rohnert Park:
Empire Hospital Supply
121 J. Rodgers Lane
707-649-4973
For Patients
All patients must be referred by a Stanford doctor.
For blood draw only, contact us for a requisition order good for six months. We request that routine blood draws be done for patients who cannot be seen during the regular Oral Anticoagulation Clinic appointments.
PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT
Your initial visit will be a one-hour education session about Warfarin use including side effects, drug and diet interactions, and clinic policies.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Have your INR checked if you have not seen us for a long time.
- Get updated labels once a month at the registration desk.
- Labels given to you at admitting must be attached to your samples/records.
- Keep an updated list of medications with you to review at your visits.
Call us to make an appointment
For Health Care Professionals
PHYSICIAN HELPLINE
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referral Information.
You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or email the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org.
To request an appointment at the Anticoagulation Clinic, call 650-725-4932.
Patients must be referred by their Stanford Health Care primary care doctor.