The Process For Obtaining An Ohio Medical Marijuana Card

How to Contact the Medical Marijuana Program in Ohio

The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy
77 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-4143
or use the Contact page here: https://www.medicalmarijuana.ohio.gov/contactus

How do I find an Ohio state-approved physician to provide a medical marijuana certification?

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How do I register as a medical marijuana patient in Ohio?

You'll need to first determine that you have a qualifying condition. If you do, then you'll need to get a medical marijuana recommendation from an Ohio state-certified doctor. After that, you'll use your recommendation to register with the Ohio state medical marijuana program.

How long will an Ohio medical marijuana certification last?

Your registration as a patient or caregiver is valid for a year from the date on your state-issued ID. If you're using a terminally ill patient registration, your certification must be renewed every six months.

What is the cost of an Ohio medical marijuana certification?

It costs $50 to register as a medical marijuana patient with Ohio and $25 to register as a caregiver. Indigent patients and veterans can have this fee reduced.

Can a minor be a medical marijuana patient in Ohio?

Yes, with the approval of their parent or legal guardian, they are allowed to register with the program if they meet certain conditions. The most common reason for a minor to register with the program is to receive medical marijuana for intractable seizures.

How long are Ohio processing times for medical marijuana applications?

It can take up to 30 days for Ohio's Department of Public Health to process your application. Once it's approved, it can take up to 15 days for the state to issue the patient ID.

What types of medical cannabis products does Ohio allow?

You can find flower, inctures, concentrates, oils, pills and edibles in Ohio.

How much medical marijuana can I possess in Ohio?

Ohio registered medical marijuana patients can possess up to a 90 day supply of cannabis. They break this amount up into different categories to explain what is allowed. Flower is broken up into tier one and tier two, depending on potency.

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Are medical marijuana cards required in order to use cannabis in Ohio?

Yes. Ohio only allows registered medical marijuana cardholders to use cannabis in the state.

Must I be an Ohio resident to join the medical marijuana program?

Only Ohio residents are allowed to join the medical marijuana program.

Does Ohio have a list of qualifying conditions?

Yes. The current list of qualifying conditions are as followed:

Is it ok to smoke cannabis in public in Ohio?

Absolutely not. Public consumption is banned in Ohio.

Can Ohio medical marijuana patients grow their own marijuana?

No. In Ohio, medical marijuana patients must purchase their cannabis from state-approved dispensaries.

Can I use my out of state card to purchase cannabis in Ohio?

No. Ohio does not offer reciprocity with other state medical marijuana programs.

What is NuggMD's refund policy?

We provide a full refund within 30 days until your NuggMD physician has registered you as a patient. Once you have been registered, a refund is no longer available. Please send an email to support@nuggmd.com with the subject line “Refund Request” and a brief description of your issue. We want to make sure you are 100% satisfied with your purchase being that you, the customer, is the most important thing to us! Once a refund has been initiated, please allow for 3-5 business days for the funds to transfer back to the card you used for the transaction. If any issues arise, please feel free to reach back out for further assistance.

Can I renew my medical marijuana card with NuggMD if I used a different practitioner last year?

Absolutely. You have the right to see whatever practitioner you choose to renew your medical marijuana certification, so long as they're licensed in the state and qualified to certify patients for cannabis use. All NuggMD practitioners are fully licensed in the state for which they provide evaluations and have obtained all state required education and certifications to recommend cannabis.