Where do I go to get the pill?

To get the pill (or the birth control pill) in most places, you must get a prescription from a medical provider, such as a nurse practitioner, a doctor, or a family planning clinic. Some states such as Maryland have recently passed laws that do not require you to see a doctor, but you must still get the pills from a pharmacist. The locations and number of medical providers who can provide the pill will depend on where you live.