Professional Medical Cannabis Certification Services.

Step 1 | Schedule an appointment to get certified

During a 10-15 minute virtual appointment, a physician will evaluate your ailments and answer any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. If qualified, the doctor will certify you directly within the Department of Health Medical Marijuana Registry following the appointment.
You will need the following:

• • An electronic copy of a valid US government-issued photo ID and proof of DC residency address
  • An electronic copy of a clear, recent photo
  • Last four digits of the patient’s Social Security Number
  • Please note: In lieu of a recent photo, Hospice patients may submit a letter from the Attending of Hospice Record (AOHR) provider on hospice letterhead

Step 2 | Register Online

Visit the MMCC Registry website and click the “Create Account” link under the “Patients” heading

• • Complete the “Before You Begin” section to review and confirm that you have the required documents and information ready for upload
  • Complete the online application form, uploading the requisite files

Step 3 | Verify Email

After submitting your online application, you will receive a verification email

• • Click the link supplied in the verification email to verify your email address
  • You will receive another email after MMCC has reviewed your application, indicating it has been approved

Step 4 | Optional Final Step

Once approved by the MMCC, you can do the following:

• • Select a Caregiver if applicable by logging into the MMCC Patient Registry
  • Visit a registered provider to obtain a valid written certification
  • Purchase a Patient ID card (optional) for a fee of $50

Qualifications

State of Connecticut

How to Become A Medical Marijuana Patient in Connecticut

A patient may only register for a medical marijuana certificate if he or she is a Connecticut resident being treated for a debilitating medical condition by a Connecticut-licensed physician or advanced practice registered nurse.

For Adults, Debilitating Medical Conditions Include:

• • Cancer (Effective 2012)
  • Glaucoma (Effective 2012)
  • Positive Status for Human Immunodeficiency Virus or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (Effective 2012)
  • Parkinson’s Disease (Effective 2012)
  • Multiple Sclerosis (Effective 2012)
  • Damage to the Nervous Tissue of the Spinal Cord with Objective Neurological Indication of Intractable Spasticity (Effective 2012)
  • Epilepsy (Effective 2012)
  • Cachexia (Effective 2012)
  • Wasting Syndrome (Effective 2012)
  • Crohn’s Disease (Effective 2012)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Effective 2012)
  • Sickle Cell Disease (Effective 2016)*
  • Post Laminectomy Syndrome with Chronic Radiculopathy (Effective 2016)*
  • Severe Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (Effective 2016)*
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Effective 2016)*
  • Ulcerative Colitis (Effective 2016)*
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Type 1 and Type II (Effective 2016)*
  • Cerebral Palsy (Effective 2016)
  • Cystic Fibrosis (Effective 2016)
  • Irreversible Spinal Cord Injury with Objective Neurological Indication of Intractable Spasticity (Effective 2016)
  • Terminal Illness Requiring End-Of-Life Care (Effective 2016)
  • Uncontrolled Intractable Seizure Disorder (Effective 2016)
  • Spasticity or Neuropathic Pain Associated with Fibromyalgia (Effective 2018)*
  • Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis (Effective 2018)*
  • Post Herpetic Neuralgia (Effective 2018)*
  • Hydrocephalus with Intractable Headache (Effective 2018)*
  • Intractable Headache Syndromes (Effective 2018)*
  • Neuropathic Facial Pain (Effective 2018)*
  • Muscular Dystrophy (Effective 2018)*
  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Effective 2018)*
  • Chronic Neuropathic Pain Associated with Degenerative Spinal Disorders (Effective 2018)*
  • Interstitial Cystitis (Effective 2019)*
  • MALS Syndrome (Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome) (Effective 2019)*
  • Vulvodynia and Vulvar Burning (Effective 2019)*
  • Intractable Neuropathic Pain that Is Unresponsive to Standard Medical Treatments (Effective 2019)*
  • Tourette Syndrome (Effective 2019)*
  • Chronic Pain of at least 6 months duration associated with a specified underlying chronic condition refractory to other treatment intervention (Effective 2020)*
  • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Associated with Chronic Pain (Effective 2020)*

For Patients Under 18,Debilitating Medical Conditions Include:

• • Cerebral Palsy (Effective 2016)
  • Cystic Fibrosis (Effective 2016)
  • Irreversible Spinal Cord Injury with Objective Neurological Indication of Intractable Spasticity (Effective 2016)
  • Severe Epilepsy (Effective 2016)
  • Terminal Illness Requiring End-Of-Life Care (Effective 2016)
  • Uncontrolled Intractable Seizure Disorder (Effective 2016)
  • Muscular Dystrophy (Effective 2018)*
  • Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Effective 2018)*
  • Intractable Neuropathic Pain that Is Unresponsive to Standard Medical Treatments (Effective 2019)*
  • Tourette Syndrome for patients who have failed standard medical treatment (Effective 2019)*

* Conditions were approved by the Regulation Review Committee via the recommendation of the Board of Physicians and Commissioner of Consumer Protection.

Qualifications for a Registration Certificate:

• Qualifying patient must be a Connecticut resident.
• Qualifying patient cannot be an inmate confined in a correctional institution or facility under the supervision of the Connecticut Department of Corrections.

Step 1 | Schedule an appointment to get certified

During a 10-15 minute virtual appointment, a physician will evaluate your ailments and answer any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. If qualified, the doctor will certify you directly within the Department of Health Medical Marijuana Registry following the appointment.
You will need the following:

• • An electronic copy of a valid US government-issued photo ID and proof of DC residency address
  • An electronic copy of a clear, recent photo
  • Last four digits of the patient’s Social Security Number
  • Please note: In lieu of a recent photo, Hospice patients may submit a letter from the Attending of Hospice Record (AOHR) provider on hospice letterhead

Step 2 | Register Online

Visit the MMCC Registry website and click the “Create Account” link under the “Patients” heading

• • Complete the “Before You Begin” section to review and confirm that you have the required documents and information ready for upload
  • Complete the online application form, uploading the requisite files

Step 3 | Verify Email

After submitting your online application, you will receive a verification email

• • Click the link supplied in the verification email to verify your email address
  • You will receive another email after MMCC has reviewed your application, indicating it has been approved

Step 4 | Optional Final Step

Once approved by the MMCC, you can do the following:

• • Select a Caregiver if applicable by logging into the MMCC Patient Registry
  • Visit a registered provider to obtain a valid written certification
  • Purchase a Patient ID card (optional) for a fee of $50

Qualifications

Washington DC

How to Become A Medical Marijuana Patient in Maryland

There is no residency requirement to be eligible for the Maryland Medical Marijuana program, you may apply as long as you have a valid US issued photo ID. Any legal Maryland resident can apply and participate in the program and any person from out-of-state who is in Maryland for the purpose of receiving medical care can be issued a written certification and obtain medical cannabis.

Patients must be able to obtain legitimate medical records or health documentation that will aid their diagnosis to be recommended alternative medicine. These health records are extremely important and should be transferred over to the recommending doctor’s office or to a patient’s first-ever medical marijuana evaluation — *Learn how to request your medical records

Patients must obtain a written certification from a doctor or nurse that is licensed to recommend medical marijuana in the State of Maryland by the Podiatrist Medical Examiners, Maryland Board of Nursing, the Maryland Board of Physicians, or the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners. It should also be taken into consideration that patients are highly encouraged to establish a long-standing relationship with the physician conducting any evaluations — *Find a certified medical marijuana physician in Maryland

In order for a patient to become approved into the state’s medical marijuana program, an application for a Maryland medical marijuana card must be filled out and submitted to the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission. You must complete and submit your entire online application in one session. In order to apply, you must have an electronic copy of a valid US federal or state government-issued photo ID and proof of Maryland address or treatment at a Maryland medical facility.

Patients also have the ability to purchase an ID card for $50 from the commission to help keep track of their commission-issued Patient ID number. Though the card is not required to buy medical marijuana products, the Patient ID number is needed for certification.

Note: If a patient does not use their certification to purchase medicinal cannabis products within 120 days of it being issued, the certification becomes void.

Who Qualifies for Medicinal Marijuana in Maryland

House Bill 881, signed by the Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley in April 14, 2014 — effective June 01, 2014 — tasked the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission, with developing regulations for a patient registry and identification cards, dispensary licensing, settling fees and possession limits.

What Ailments Qualify For Medical Cannabis in Maryland

Patients in Maryland diagnosed with one of the following severe, debilitating, or life-threatening medical conditions, are afforded legal protection under the Maryland Medical Marijuana law, as per the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission:

A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition that results in a patient being admitted into hospice or receiving palliative care; or

A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or the treatment of a chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition that produces:

• • Cachexia
  • Anorexia
  • Wasting Syndrome
  • Severe or Chronic Pain
  • Severe Nausea
  • Seizures or persistent muscle spasms
  • Patients diagnosed with severe conditions where other more traditional medical treatments have been ineffective
  • Glaucoma
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Step 1 | Schedule an appointment to get certified

During a 10-15 minute virtual appointment, a physician will evaluate your ailments and answer any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. If qualified, the doctor will certify you directly within the Department of Health Medical Marijuana Registry following the appointment.
You will need the following:

• • An electronic copy of a valid US government-issued photo ID and proof of DC residency address
  • An electronic copy of a clear, recent photo
  • Last four digits of the patient’s Social Security Number
  • Please note: In lieu of a recent photo, Hospice patients may submit a letter from the Attending of Hospice Record (AOHR) provider on hospice letterhead

Step 2 | Register Online

Visit the MMCC Registry website and click the “Create Account” link under the “Patients” heading

• • Complete the “Before You Begin” section to review and confirm that you have the required documents and information ready for upload
  • Complete the online application form, uploading the requisite files

Step 3 | Verify Email

After submitting your online application, you will receive a verification email

• • Click the link supplied in the verification email to verify your email address
  • You will receive another email after MMCC has reviewed your application, indicating it has been approved

Step 4 | Optional Final Step

Once approved by the MMCC, you can do the following:

• • Select a Caregiver if applicable by logging into the MMCC Patient Registry
  • Visit a registered provider to obtain a valid written certification
  • Purchase a Patient ID card (optional) for a fee of $50

Qualifications

State of Maryland

How to Become A Medical Marijuana Patient in Maryland

There is no residency requirement to be eligible for the Maryland Medical Marijuana program, you may apply as long as you have a valid US issued photo ID. Any legal Maryland resident can apply and participate in the program and any person from out-of-state who is in Maryland for the purpose of receiving medical care can be issued a written certification and obtain medical cannabis.

Patients must be able to obtain legitimate medical records or health documentation that will aid their diagnosis to be recommended alternative medicine. These health records are extremely important and should be transferred over to the recommending doctor’s office or to a patient’s first-ever medical marijuana evaluation — *Learn how to request your medical records

Patients must obtain a written certification from a doctor or nurse that is licensed to recommend medical marijuana in the State of Maryland by the Podiatrist Medical Examiners, Maryland Board of Nursing, the Maryland Board of Physicians, or the Maryland Board of Dental Examiners. It should also be taken into consideration that patients are highly encouraged to establish a long-standing relationship with the physician conducting any evaluations — *Find a certified medical marijuana physician in Maryland

In order for a patient to become approved into the state’s medical marijuana program, an application for a Maryland medical marijuana card must be filled out and submitted to the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission. You must complete and submit your entire online application in one session. In order to apply, you must have an electronic copy of a valid US federal or state government-issued photo ID and proof of Maryland address or treatment at a Maryland medical facility.

Patients also have the ability to purchase an ID card for $50 from the commission to help keep track of their commission-issued Patient ID number. Though the card is not required to buy medical marijuana products, the Patient ID number is needed for certification.

Note: If a patient does not use their certification to purchase medicinal cannabis products within 120 days of it being issued, the certification becomes void.

Who Qualifies for Medicinal Marijuana in Maryland

House Bill 881, signed by the Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley in April 14, 2014 — effective June 01, 2014 — tasked the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission, with developing regulations for a patient registry and identification cards, dispensary licensing, settling fees and possession limits.

What Ailments Qualify For Medical Cannabis in Maryland

Patients in Maryland diagnosed with one of the following severe, debilitating, or life-threatening medical conditions, are afforded legal protection under the Maryland Medical Marijuana law, as per the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission:

A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition that results in a patient being admitted into hospice or receiving palliative care; or

A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or the treatment of a chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition that produces:

• • Cachexia
  • Anorexia
  • Wasting Syndrome
  • Severe or Chronic Pain
  • Severe Nausea
  • Seizures or persistent muscle spasms
  • Patients diagnosed with severe conditions where other more traditional medical treatments have been ineffective
  • Glaucoma
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Step 1 | Schedule an appointment to get certified

During a 10-15 minute virtual appointment, a physician will evaluate your ailments and answer any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. If qualified, the doctor will certify you directly within the Department of Health Medical Marijuana Registry following the appointment.
You will need the following:

• • An electronic copy of a valid US government-issued photo ID and proof of DC residency address
  • An electronic copy of a clear, recent photo
  • Last four digits of the patient’s Social Security Number
  • Please note: In lieu of a recent photo, Hospice patients may submit a letter from the Attending of Hospice Record (AOHR) provider on hospice letterhead

Step 2 | Register Online

Visit the MMCC Registry website and click the “Create Account” link under the “Patients” heading

• • Complete the “Before You Begin” section to review and confirm that you have the required documents and information ready for upload
  • Complete the online application form, uploading the requisite files

Step 3 | Verify Email

After submitting your online application, you will receive a verification email

• • Click the link supplied in the verification email to verify your email address
  • You will receive another email after MMCC has reviewed your application, indicating it has been approved

Step 4 | Optional Final Step

Once approved by the MMCC, you can do the following:

• • Select a Caregiver if applicable by logging into the MMCC Patient Registry
  • Visit a registered provider to obtain a valid written certification
  • Purchase a Patient ID card (optional) for a fee of $50

Qualifications

State of Pennsylvania

How to Become A Medical Marijuana Patient in Pennsylvania

These are the 23 Qualifying Medical Conditions for the Use of Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania

The State of Pennsylvania has stated that there are 23 ‘Serious Medical Conditions’ that may qualify a patient to receive a Medical Marijuana Card. We can help in understanding the guidelines and requirements of the PA Department of Health.

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Anxiety disorders
• Autism
• Cancer, including remission therapy
• Crohn’s disease
• Damage to the nervous tissue of the central nervous system (brain-spinal cord) with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity and other associated neuropathies
• Dyskinetic and spastic movement disorders
• Epilepsy
• Glaucoma
• HIV/AIDS

• Huntington’s disease
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Intractable seizures
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neurodegenerative diseases
• Neuropathies
• Opioid use disorder
• Parkinson’s disease
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Severe chronic or intractable pain of neuropathic origin or severe chronic or intractable pain
• Sickle cell anemia
• Terminal illness
• Tourette’s syndrome