These days, you can do practically everything online — including getting approved for a medical marijuana card. And with Elevate Holistics, you can learn how to get a medical marijuana card online in minutes.
Here’s how we make the process more convenient than ever before.
Understanding Medical Marijuana Eligibility
Let’s talk about who is — and isn’t — eligible for medical marijuana in the first place.
Qualifying Medical Conditions
To be eligible for a medical marijuana card, patients must have a qualifying medical condition. These conditions vary by state, but common qualifying conditions include:
Cancer: Medical marijuana can help manage pain and nausea associated with cancer and its treatments.
HIV/AIDS: Patients often use medical marijuana to alleviate symptoms like chronic pain and loss of appetite.
Epilepsy: Medical cannabis has shown promise in reducing the frequency and severity of seizures.
Multiple Sclerosis: Patients with multiple sclerosis may find relief from muscle spasms and pain.
Parkinson’s Disease: Medical marijuana can help manage tremors and improve sleep quality.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Many patients with PTSD use medical marijuana to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can be managed with medical cannabis.
Neuropathic Pain: Medical marijuana is effective in treating nerve pain that is resistant to other treatments.
Seizures: Beyond epilepsy, medical cannabis can help with other seizure disorders.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS): Patients with ALS may use medical marijuana to manage pain and muscle spasticity.
Terminal Cancer: Medical cannabis can provide palliative care by alleviating pain and improving quality of life.
Terminal Illness: For those with terminal illnesses, medical marijuana can offer symptom relief and improve overall well-being.
Each state has its own list of qualifying medical conditions, so it’s essential to check with your state’s medical marijuana program to see if your condition is eligible.
How Old Do You Have to Be to Get a Medical Marijuana Card?
In order to get a medical marijuana card on your own, you must be at least 18 years old. You have to show identification and provide personal information to prove this.
However, minors are allowed to be medical cardholders, too! They just need permission from a parent or guardian. This guardian figure will also be the one to schedule the appointment, visit dispensaries, and buy products. Minors cannot do this on their own.
At Elevate Holistics, we can help minors in Missouri get approved for medical cannabis online. And, we’re working on doing the same for the other states we service.
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card Online With Elevate Holistics
Okay, let’s get to the good stuff. Here’s how to get a medical marijuana card online in just three steps with the help of Elevate Holistics.
Step One: Book an Appointment
First things first, you must book an appointment from our website. You can do this through the button at the bottom of this page, or the book now button in the top right corner of the screen.
(When booking, make sure you use the code BLOG5 at checkout for an exclusive discount!)
After you’ve selected a good date and time, you will receive an informative email with detailed next steps. So, keep an eye out!
Step Two: Meet With Our MMJ Doctors
When your appointment time arrives, you will follow the Doxy link in the next steps email that we sent to you. Here, you’ll chat with one of our MMJ doctors over the phone or computer (your choice.)
Typically, appointments only last about 15 minutes — meaning there’s no hindrance to your busy schedule. Registered patients can consult with licensed healthcare practitioners during these appointments. But, of course, you can ask our doctors as many questions as you need.
Step Three: Register With the State Medical Marijuana Use Registry
Once our doctor approves you for medical marijuana, you will receive a virtual recommendation. This recommendation is what you use to register with your state’s medical marijuana program. Patients must be registered in the medical marijuana use registry to be eligible for medical marijuana use.
Here, you’ll need to create an account and follow the prompts that the program asks. Usually, you need to provide copies of your state ID, proof of residency, and your MMJ certification.
However, if all of this sounds like too much, you can let Elevate Holistics handle it for you. With our full-service add-on, our expert team will register you with the state for you. The only thing you’ll have to do is make your username and password.
This is what makes Elevate Holistics, well, holistic! We don’t just stop at MMJ certifications — we’ve got all of the canna-resources you could dream of.
Required Information and Documentation
To apply for a medical marijuana card, patients will need to provide the following information and documentation:
Proof of Residency: This can include a driver’s license, state ID, or utility bill to confirm you live in the state where you are applying.
Proof of Identity: Documents like a passport or birth certificate to verify your identity.
Medical Records: Documentation from your healthcare provider that confirms you have a qualifying medical condition.
Written Certification from a Qualified Physician: A recommendation from a qualified physician who is authorized to issue medical marijuana certifications.
Payment for the Application Fee: Each state has its own fee structure, so be prepared to pay the required amount.
Patients may also need to provide additional documentation, such as proof of income or health insurance, depending on the state’s requirements. It’s essential to check with your state’s medical marijuana program to ensure you have all the necessary documentation before applying.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a Medical Marijuana Card?
The actual cost of a medical marijuana card is going to flucuate from state to state and company to company.
For example, Elevate Holistics offers an Arkansas medical card renewal for just $80, while other companies charge anywhere from $100-$200.
Then, each state has its own medical card fee. Keeping with Arkansas, patients must pay an additional $50 to register with the state’s MMJ program. So, you must factor in the state fee when determining the overall cost of your card.
Thankfully, many states have begun removing their state fees entirely! This means, in places like New York, you only have to pay the cost of your appointment.
How Long Does it Take to Get a Medical Marijuana Card?
How long it takes to get a medical card depends on where you live. In some places, the process is nearly instant: for example, in Texas, once our doctor approves you, they send your certification straight to the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas. As soon as the registry gets it, you can start shopping for medical cannabis.
However, in many other states, the process can take several weeks, sometimes over a month. In places like Connecticut, on the other hand, the state can take up to 30 days to process your application before approving you for medical use.
So, you may have to be a bit patient! Thankfully, you can look up how long it takes to get a medical card in your state on all of our medical card page FAQs.
Get Started On Your Health and Wellness Journey in Minutes
Now that you know how to get a medical marijuana card online (in minutes), it’s time to do so.
Elevate Holistics makes this process as convenient and accessible as ever. We walk you through every step of the way, and offer extensive additional resources to ensure that you’re as comfortable as possible in the world of weed.
Whether you need help with state registration, finding the right strain, or understanding qualifying medical conditions, our MMJ experts are here to help.
Get started by booking your appointment through the button below. Then, use the code BLOG5 at checkout to get an extra discount just for being a blog reader.
