How to get a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania became the 24th state to legalize medical cannabis in 2016. Dispensaries opened to registered patients shortly after in 2018, and today, Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis program is going strong with growing patient numbers and a healthy medical market.

Through NuggMD, you can get your PA medical cannabis card online from a state-licensed doctor for just $139.

Who qualifies for medical cannabis in Pennsylvania

Before you contact a Pennsylvania doctor for a medical marijuana evaluation, make sure you meet the state’s qualifications.

• At least 18 years old OR a minor with an adult caregiver.
• Legal resident of Pennsylvania with proof of residency.
• Diagnosis from a certified physician.

What conditions qualify for medical cannabis in Pennsylvania?

Your physician will need to evaluate you for at least one of Pennsylvania’s qualifying medical conditions before you may obtain your PA med card:

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
• Anxiety disorders
• Autism
• Cancer
• Crohn’s disease
• Damage to the nervous system causing spasticity
• Dyskinetic and spastic movement disorders
• Epilepsy
• Glaucoma
• HIV / AIDS
• Huntington’s disease
• Inflammatory bowel disease (IBS)
• Intractable seizures
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Neurodegenerative diseases
• Neuropathies
• Opioid use disorder
• Parkinson’s disease
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Severe chronic or intractable pain
• Sickle cell anemia
• Terminal illness
• Tourette’s Syndrome

How to get an MMJ card in Pennsylvania

Getting your medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania is relatively easy.

Step 1. Register with the state.

Pennsylvania requires new medical marijuana patients to register with the state before going to see a doctor.

Step 2. Find a Pennsylvania-licensed medical cannabis doctor.

Find a licensed doctor that can evaluate you for one of Pennsylvania’s qualifying medical conditions. You can see a Pennsylvania state-licensed physician online with NuggMD for just $139.

Step 3. See the doctor for an evaluation online or in person.

Be sure to bring any medical records that can help your doctor evaluate you for your qualifying condition.

Step 4. Receive your state certification.

Once you’ve been approved by your doctor, log back into PA’s Medical Marijuana Registry and pay the $50 fee to receive your med card. It takes roughly three weeks for your card to arrive in the mail.

How to get your Pennsylvania MMJ evaluation with NuggMD

Getting your MMJ recommendation with NuggMD is fast, easy, and private.

Step 1. Register with the state.

Pennsylvania still requires that you register with the state’s Medical Marijuana Registry before completing your evaluation, even if it is completed virtually.

Step 2. Visit NuggMD

Go to NuggMD.com/Pennsylvania and create your account. All you need is your name, age, address, medical history, and preferred payment option.

Step 3. Relax in the Virtual Waiting Room

The next available state-certified physician will start your evaluation as soon as they’ve had a chance to review your chart. Be sure to ask any questions you have about your condition. You won’t be rushed!

Once approved, you’ll receive an email confirming your recommendation and instructions on completing your Pennsylvania registration.

Pennsylvania medical marijuana renewal process

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Through NuggMD, you can get your Pennsylvania medical cannabis card online from a state-licensed doctor for just $139.

Pennsylvania medical cannabis cards are valid for one year.

To keep your card current, you’ll need to recertify with a physician 60 days before your card expires. You can renew online, even if you completed your initial evaluation in person or with a different physician. The cost to renew is the same as your initial evaluation and registration — $50.

Patients who complete their initial evaluation with NuggMD will receive an email reminder when it’s time to renew. Have questions? NuggMD’s customer service team is available daily between 8AM and 10PM.

Why get your med card with NuggMD?

Pennsylvania patients pay only $139 for their medical marijuana telemedicine evaluation with NuggMD. Most evaluations in Pennsylvania run upwards of $175 and can go well over $200.

NuggMD’s doctors and medical practitioners are fully licensed and certified in the states where they provide evaluations and have obtained all required certifications and training.

Pennsylvania medical marijuana rules

Before you get started with your medical cannabis in Pennsylvania, there are some things you should know.

• You can possess up to a 90-day supply of cannabis, as recommended by your physician.
• Pennsylvania does not allow home cannabis cultivation.
• Driving while intoxicated is illegal everywhere, regardless of your status as a patient.
• Cannabis can only be used in the privacy of your home in Pennsylvania.
• Smoking cannabis is illegal in Pennsylvania. Cannabis flower must be vaporized instead. You can also purchase capsules, tinctures, and topicals.

Learn more about Pennsylvania’s cannabis laws.

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Through NuggMD, you can get your Pennsylvania medical cannabis card online from a state-licensed doctor for just $139.

About NuggMD

NuggMD is the nation’s leading medical marijuana technology platform, serving patients in California, Connecticut, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia. They have connected over 1,000,000 patients with their new medical marijuana doctors face-to-face via their state-of-the-art telemedicine platform. They believe that every human being has the right to explore the benefits of medical cannabis and are fully committed to helping each patient explore all of their options in their journey to wellness. For further information, visit NuggMD.com/Pennsylvania.