Telehealth makes getting a medicinal marijuana card easier than ever. Telemedicine improves access to healthcare services, especially for persons with restricted mobility or who can’t travel to a doctor’s office. It’s quick, easy, and convenient for busy lifestyles. How to receive a medical marijuana card online, including application stages and state certification, is explained below.
Medical Card Application Steps
Check your eligibility for a medical marijuana card before applying (or MMJ Card).
Doctors of cannabismust authorize each patient based on a list of medicinal marijuana illnesses. Medical marijuana physicians will ask about your health and symptoms.
You must be honest with your doctor so they can give you the finest advice. You’ll need to bring your medical records to your visit. This helps our doctors make healthcare decisions. Most states don’t require documents. Others need it. You may have:
- Doctor’s notes
- Health overview
- Prescriptions
Know State Laws
Every state has its own medicinal marijuana rules because there is no federal program.
Most states with a Medical Marijuana Program have these general laws:
• Possession and purchase caps (generally based on what is considered a reasonable amount for an individual to use every month).
• Medical marijuana is forbidden in government buildings, schools, eating places, and public transportation.
• States that allow home cultivation requires all plants to be hidden from view.
• Medical marijuana users can’t drive or operate heavy machines.
• MMJ Cardholders can’t possess guns.
• Even in legal states, federal personnel can’t use medicinal marijuana (this may change, though).
Again, states vary, so this list isn’t complete. Cannabis regulations change quickly, so be informed.
Identify Your Qualifying Condition
Most states require you to consult a state-licensed doctor to certify you have one or more pre-approved medical conditions. Physical conditions include cancer, HIV, epilepsy, and PTSD.
Most states allow terminally ill people MMJ Cards as part of palliative care. Some states only allow this if the patient has 6-12 months to live. Each state’s list varies. Check your state’s page for included conditions.
Medical Marijuana Card Application
Follow these steps to get your state’s medicinal marijuana card.
Consult A State-Licensed Physician
In many areas, you can accomplish this via telehealth platforms, so you don’t have to leave your house or spend a lot of time traveling.
Fill out our application on your computer, tablet, or phone, and then enter our virtual waiting room. Wait times are short. If you’re short on time, a doctor will call you back.
Your doctor will ask you normal questions throughout this online appointment, just as in person. They will ask about your medical history and your condition. You can ask any medicinal marijuana-related inquiries.
Certified
If your doctor approves medicinal marijuana, you’ll get an email. Some states email the certificate following the appointment. In others, the state will email you after the provider has submitted your data. Others mail physical copies. Your state’s clearance email will outline the next steps.
Join Your State’s Medical Marijuana Program
Most states need medicinal marijuana registration. If you got your certificate through email, download the PDF and send it to the state Medical Marijuana Program. Some states require doctors to submit certificates immediately. Again, our step-by-step guidelines will help.
Get Your Medical Card
Depending on your state, you’ll obtain a physical or digital Medicinal Marijuana Card to legally buy medical marijuana from a dispensary.
Different states have different steps. Some states modify the sequence, and some don’t require a card. It’s not complicated.
