Qualifying Conditions for Medical Card in Maryland [2024]

How to Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Maryland

To qualify for a medical marijuana card in Maryland, you must meet certain requirements. Firstly, adult patients must be at least 18 years old. For patients under 18 years old, a registered caregiver, such as a parent or legal guardian, must apply on their behalf. Additionally, all applicants must be residents of Maryland. Finally, a Maryland MMCC physician must certify that you suffer from one of the qualifying conditions for a medical card in Maryland.

Maryland Medical Marijuana 2024 List of Conditions

The list of qualifying conditions for a medical card in Maryland in 2024 includes:

• Anorexia
• Cachexia
• Glaucoma
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Seizures
• Severe nausea
• Severe or chronic pain
• Severe or persistent muscle spasms
• Wasting syndrome
• Any severe chronic medical condition unresponsive to other treatments

Maryland Medical Marijuana Card Requirements

To apply for a Maryland medical marijuana card, you will need to gather certain documents. These include proof of identity, such as a Maryland driver's license, state-issued identification card, military ID, or U.S. passport. You will also need proof of Maryland residency, which can be a document like an MVA registration card or title, utility bill, bank account statement, or property tax bill. Additionally, you will need to provide a passport-style photograph and proof that you participate in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program or Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System if you are eligible for the $50 waiver of the MMCC card fee. For minors, proof of the caregiver's guardianship of the minor patient and a complete Minor Patient Form are also required.

How Much Does the Maryland Medical Marijuana Card Cost

The cost of a Maryland medical marijuana card is $50. However, if you participate in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program or Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System, you may be eligible for a $50 waiver of the MMCC card fee.

What Documents do I require for the Maryland medical marijuana card?

To apply for a Maryland medical marijuana card, you will need the following documents:

1. Proof of identity (Maryland driver's license, state-issued identification card, military ID, or U.S. passport)
2. Proof of Maryland residency (MVA registration card or title, utility bill, bank account statement, or property tax bill)
3. A passport-style photograph
4. Proof of participation in the Maryland Medical Assistance Program or Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System (if eligible for the $50 fee waiver)
5. Proof of the caregiver's guardianship of the minor patient (for minors)
6. Complete Minor Patient Form (for minors)

I Was Certified By the Maryland Doctor - What is The Next Step?

After being certified by a Maryland MMCC physician, the next step is to register for the Maryland medical marijuana card on the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission OneStop Portal. For adult patients, the registration process includes creating an account, completing and submitting the online application form, verifying your email address, waiting for a follow-up email containing your MMCC Patient ID number and application status, scheduling an appointment with an MMCC provider to get your marijuana certification, downloading your temporary MMCC ID card, and finally, getting your MMCC ID card. For minor patients, the parent or legal guardian must apply as the minor's caregiver, gather the required files and information, complete and submit the minor patient's online application, wait for an approval email, schedule an appointment with an MMCC provider to get a written certification for the minor, and finally, get the minor's Maryland medical marijuana card (MMCC card).

Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Maryland?

Yes, medical marijuana is legal in Maryland. With a valid medical marijuana card, patients can access medical cannabis to treat their qualifying conditions.

Common Questions about the Qualifying Conditions & Requirements for a Medical Card in Maryland

Useful links

• Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission OneStop Portal
• Maryland OneStop Portal
• apply as the minor’s caregiver
• MMCC Patient Registry Portal
• Minor Patient Form