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Benefits of Getting a Card
Wondering how a medical marijuana card can transform your cannabis experience? Every state offers different benefits to medical card holders. Below are some benefits you may receive by becoming a medical cannabis patient:
State-Specific Steps
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You can speak to a doctor and qualify for a medical marijuana card online today.
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Attend Your Online Consultation
Speak with a healthcare provider about whether medical cannabis is a good choice for you.
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Our healthcare providers can approve you today. You’ll receive an approval email immediately after your consultation.
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Complete any state-side requirements to acquire a digital or physical medical cannabis card.
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In most states, you must be 18 or older to qualify. Some states accept out-of-state IDs, but many require proof of residency. Most states do not require the patient to present medical records.
Caregiver
Caregivers are allowed in most state programs. Adults can have caregivers in most states to help them access and take their medical cannabis products. Minors usually require a caregiver to apply on their behalf.
Can Minors Qualify?
In most programs, yes. Minors need a caregiver to apply on their behalf. In some states, the caregiver must be the patient’s parent or guardian.
Qualifying Conditions
While some states leave the decision of who qualifies to the healthcare provider, most have a list of conditions for which patients may be eligible for a medical cannabis card.
Every state is different, so check your state’s program for its current list of qualifying conditions.
There is increasing evidence that medical cannabis has a number of positive effects for numerous medical conditions. Find out more about which conditions benefit from medical marijuana on our research page.
What You Need
You’ll need to provide the following to apply for an MMJ card:
Medical Records
During your onboarding with Leafwell, you may need to upload medical records supporting your qualifying condition(s). However, most states do not require patients to present medical records.
Proof of Identity
A driver’s license, state ID card, out-of-state driver’s license, U.S. passport or passport card, permanent resident card, certificate of naturalization, and certificate of citizenship are examples of proof of identity.
Proof of Residence
Next Steps After Approval
After you are approved by a healthcare provider for your medical cannabis card, you will receive an email from Leafwell with clear next steps. The process after your doctor approval varies by state, so make sure you read this email and follow the guides provided.
- Complete Application: Ensure that your state application is complete and submitted.
- Receive Card: Get your MMJ card in the mail or download a digital card immediately, depending on the state program.
- Start Shopping: Legally purchase medical cannabis products from a licensed dispensary.
How to Renew Your Card
Legal Topics
Medical cannabis patients can usually carry higher quantities of marijuana products than recreational users. Every state limit is different, so check your state’s information to ensure you follow the law.
Some programs also allow patients to grow their own medicine. In some states, an additional certification is required to enable you to grow.
Do not take cannabis over state lines. If you are moving around your state with cannabis, only carry what the law permits, preferably locked away and safely kept.
Caregivers
Medical marijuana patients can have a caregiver.
For most state programs, you qualify as a primary caregiver if:
- You have been designated for that purpose by a legal medical marijuana patient.
- You are consistently responsible for that person’s housing, health, or safety.
- The care you provide is independent of the assistance you give the person in taking medical marijuana.
- You have cleared a criminal background check.
Reciprocity
Some states recognize MMJ cards from other states, allowing travelers to continue to purchase as they move around the country.
This reciprocity is one key benefit for medical marijuana cardholders. Unlike recreational cannabis users, medical marijuana patients can travel to the states listed below and purchase the medical marijuana they require while they are out of state.
- Arizona
- Arkansas *
- Hawaii *
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey *
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma *
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- U.S. Virgin Islands *
- Utah * (max. 45 days, after which the patient must apply for a Utah MMJ card)
- Washington, D.C.
*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.
The following states have legalized recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older but do not accept out-of-state cards:
- Alaska
- California
- Colorado
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota (currently only tribal dispensaries)
- Missouri
- Montana
- New York
- Oregon
- Vermont
- Washington
FAQs
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
How do I get a medical marijuana card?
- Meet with a licensed healthcare provider to get approved for medical cannabis
- Submit your certificate or recommendation either online or via mail to the state program
- Many states charge a fee at this time
- Once the state approves you, you'll either receive a physical card in the mail or can download a digital version for your cell phone
Why do I need a medical marijuana card?
- You’re tired of popping pills every day to numb your pain, with little or no effect. Or perhaps you’re worried about the side-effects they have on your body and mind. Think addiction, feeling "zombified" or "emotionless", or the mentally-draining effects of having to take several pills at the same time at specific times of day.
- You suffer from nasty headaches/migraines, chronic pain or anxiety and don’t want the cornucopia of chemicals that most doctors will prescribe you.
- You suffer from cancer, epilepsy or AIDS/HIV or one or more of many other conditions cannabis can potentially help with.
- You need to use cannabis and/or cannabinoid-based medications regularly for your health problems and wish to save money on the Sales and Use portion of the tax.
- It's the only way you can legally consume cannabis without facing state sanctions or penalties.
- It can give you the ability to grow your own medicine in some states, or a greater number of plants in others.
- You suffer from depression, anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain and/or headaches, and it has a significant impact on the quality of your day on a regular basis. Those who may otherwise be prescribed a mixture of sedatives (especially benzodiazepines), antidepressants and opioids may want to try medicinal cannabis instead.