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Get Approved for Your Louisiana Medical Marijuana Card in Minutes
Benefits of Getting a Card
Wondering how a medical marijuana card can transform your cannabis experience?
| Benefit | Card | No Card |
|---|---|---|
| Possess Cannabis |  | |
| Use Cannabis | | |
| Purchase Cannabis | |
State-Specific Steps
1
Book an Appointment with Leafwell
Speak to a Leafwell healthcare provider to get approved for the Louisiana medical marijuana program.
During your appointment, your healthcare provider will ask you questions based on your medical history to determine if medical marijuana is a good choice for you.
The consultation costs $125. You’ll get your money back if you’re not approved.
2
Get Approved for Medical Marijuana
If approved, your Leafwell healthcare provider will contact your designated pharmacy to complete your registration as an LA medical marijuana patient.
3
Purchase Medical Marijuana at the Pharmacy
Once registered, you can pick up medical marijuana products at your designated dispensary. You don’t need a physical medical marijuana card, just a valid photo ID to purchase.
Testimonials
They do a great job! Very professional and understanding. It's an amazing deal when you renew your medical card with them as well. Very happy with their service.
Very patient and helpful with my needs. Doctor call me back very quickly and made me feel like I was talking to my family doctor. I will definitely recommend anyone who need it.
This year was the third time I've re-certified using Leafwell & I love it. They have flexible telemedicine appointment times and dates, and I appreciate how they offer promotions periodically via email and dispensaries for discounted re-certifications. I've seen Dr. Kantha the past two times - she's been prompt, familiar with my chart when she hops on the call, and very kind. The process is always quick and seamless. I usually recommend Leafwell to anyone seeking an initial certification or re-certification.
They made it so easy! Not once did I feel overwhelmed during our call! Thank you so much!!
Amazing ! Educated me about my disease, was very thorough and nice !
Leafwell is very good way to for your card they're very nice and caring they care about your health and the doctor I saw was amazing.
Best experience ever so easy and such professional and helpful doctor
Leafwell makes it very easy to understand the med card renewal process and does it well, extremely happy with the quick service I received with my telehealth call
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See a Doctor NowWhat You Need to Know
Note: There is no set list of qualifying conditions in Louisiana. Patients now qualify for a medical cannabis card if they have any condition their doctor considers debilitating to an individual patient.
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Eligibility / Patient
To apply for a medical marijuana certificate, you must be a legal Louisiana resident and have one or more qualifying conditions.
Caregiver
Some patients may be eligible for a medical marijuana card but cannot apply for one themselves.
Adult patients can contact their designated pharmacy for more information on authorizing a caregiver.
If the patient is under 18, the caregiver must be a parent or legal guardian responsible for the child’s welfare.
Can Minors Qualify?
Those under 18 years old can still qualify for a medical marijuana certificate but need a caregiver to handle their medicine. When it comes to those aged under 18 with autism spectrum disorder, both a pediatric specialist and a caregiver must sign off on the minor patient being certified.
Note: There is no set list of qualifying conditions in Louisiana. Patients now qualify for a medical cannabis card if they have any condition their doctor considers debilitating to an individual patient.
Apply NowQualifying Conditions
There is no set list of qualifying conditions in Louisiana. Patients now qualify for a medical cannabis card if they have any condition their doctor considers debilitating to an individual patient.
What You Need
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Medical Marijuana Recommendation
This will be faxed to your local pharmacy upon approval – you don’t need to apply to the state.
Proof of Identity
Driver’s License or State ID. If ID is out-of-state, proof of residency is needed.
Proof of Louisiana Residence (Optional)
Acceptable proof of residence is anything that shows your current address, like:
- Utility bills,
- Bank statements,
- Current property tax statements,
- Voter registration cards,
- Health insurance documents.
Cost Information
Save more with Leafwell and get your money back if not approved.
Next Steps After Approval
There is no state application in Louisiana. Once approved, you’re ready to go!
- Choose Dispensary: Your doctor will fax your approval certification to the dispensary of your choice. Within 24-48 hours, you’ll be able to go to your dispensary to purchase cannabis.
- Start Shopping: Show your ID at your chosen dispensary and purchase your product.
How to Renew Your Card
The LA medical certification renewal process is similar to getting certified for medical cannabis. You will need to speak with a doctor and verify that you still have one or more qualifying conditions.
Renewing with the same doctor who provided your initial certification might be the fastest and easiest way, as they may still have your information on file. Leafwell can help you complete your renewal process.
Legal Topics
Navigating the legal landscape of medical marijuana can be a bit tricky, but we’re here to break it down for you. Here are some key points you should be aware of if you’re a medical cannabis patient in Louisiana:
- Adults 18 and older with a valid MMJ certificate from a licensed doctor can purchase up to a 30-day supply of medical marijuana products, with the final amount to be approved by the prescribing physician.
- No Recreational Use: Just a heads-up—recreational marijuana is still a no-go in Louisiana. Your medical card doesn’t give you a free pass for recreational use.
- Cultivation is Off-Limits: Even if you’re a medical marijuana patient, growing your own cannabis plants is illegal in Louisiana.
Caregivers
Louisiana does not have an official caregiver program, but pharmacies will allow patients to authorize another person to purchase medicine on their behalf. Patients can contact their designated pharmacy for more information.
Reciprocity
Louisiana gives legal protections to verified out-of-state patients and allows those patients to purchase cannabis products from the state’s dispensaries.
Several other states also practice medical marijuana reciprocity and may recognize a Louisiana patient’s status as such.
However, you may need to request a physical copy of your certification to benefit from medical reciprocity.
Other states that recognize out-of-state medical marijuana cards include:
- Arizona
- Arkansas *
- Hawaii *
- Maine
- Michigan (at the dispensary’s discretion)
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey *
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma *
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- U.S. Virgin Islands *
- Utah * (up to two 21-day periods in a calendar year)
- Washington, D.C.
*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.
States that have recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older but do not accept out-of-state cards include:
- Alaska
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota (currently only tribal dispensaries)
- Missouri
- Montana
- New York
- Oregon
- Vermont
- Washington
FAQs
Click here for more Frequently Asked Questions about Louisiana.
How much does a Louisiana Medical Marijuana certificate and card cost?
An online consultation for a Louisiana medical marijuana certificate is $149 for new patients and renewals.
The consultation fee includes a 1-year certification, and you’ll only be charged if approved. Plus, now you can sign up with a friend and each save 10% on your consultation with Leafwell.
Please note: There are no physical cards or certificates issued in Louisiana. Instead, the patient’s recommendation will be faxed directly to their pharmacy of choice. Processing time may vary from a few hours to a few days depending on the location.
What medical conditions qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, the following conditions may qualify you for a medical marijuana certificate:
- Alzheimer’s Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (Self-injuring behavior, physically aggressive or destructive behavior, avoidance/inability to communicate to where the physical health is jeopardized)
- Cachexia or Wasting Syndrome
- Cancer
- Concussion diagnosed by a physician
- Crohn’s Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Huntington’s Disease
- Intractable Pain
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Seizure Disorders
- Severe Muscle Spasms
- Spasticity
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Any condition where a patient is receiving hospice care or palliative care
- Any condition a physician considers debilitating to a patient through their medical education and training
What do I need to know about applying for my Medical Cannabis Card in Louisiana online?
With Leafwell, applying for a Louisiana medical marijuana certificate online is simple. Here’s what to expect:
- Register with Leafwell and speak to a Louisiana-licensed physician online. Consultations cost $125 and you’ll only be charged if approved.
- Get approved, and Leafwell will fax the doctor’s certificate directly to your pharmacy of choice.
- As soon as the pharmacy has processed your approval, you can legally purchase cannabis from that pharmacy. Processing time may vary from only a few hours to a few days.
Please note: The state does not issue physical cards to patients. Your designated pharmacy retains a copy of your doctor’s recommendation.
How old do I have to be to apply for a Medical Marijuana Card in Louisiana?
You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a medical marijuana recommendation in Louisiana.
Minor patients may apply with consent from a custodial parent or legal guardian.
Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in Louisiana?
Louisiana does not have an official caregiver program, but pharmacies will allow patients to authorize another person to purchase medicine on their behalf. Patients can contact their designated pharmacy for more information.
How do I apply for the state program in Louisiana?
Once you’re approved, you don’t need to do anything! Louisiana does not offer a medical marijuana card, so there’s no state paperwork, and Leafwell will fax your doctor’s recommendation to your pharmacy of choice. You can find a list of pharmacies here.
As soon as the pharmacy receives your recommendation from us, you can legally purchase medical cannabis products there. Please note that processing times vary by pharmacy, typically within a few hours to a few days. Don’t forget to bring a valid form of photo identification, such as a driver’s license, with you to the pharmacy.