Florida Medical Marijuana Card

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Why a Medical Cannabis Card is Essential

Owning a medical cannabis card isn’t just about legal access; it’s about embracing a new avenue of health care with confidence and peace of mind. It ensures you’re protected legally, carrying your prescribed cannabis without worry.

Whether you’re in Miami Beach, Tampa, or any corner of Florida, this card is your universal pass to a network of dispensaries, offering tailored solutions for your health condition.

A Look Back at Florida's
Medical Marijuana Evolution

Florida’s medical marijuana landscape has transformed significantly over the years. Starting in 2014 with the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act, the state has progressively broadened its horizons, culminating in the comprehensive Florida Medical Marijuana Legalisation Initiative (Amendment 2) in 2016. This evolution underscores Florida’s commitment to offering its residents alternative, effective treatments for various medical conditions.

Understanding Medical Marijuana in Florida

In Florida, ‘medical marijuana’ means more than just the product; it’s a testament to quality and compliance. Only cannabis purchased from a state-licensed dispensary with your medical marijuana card falls under this category, ensuring that you receive regulated, safe treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for a medical marijuana card in Florida, individuals must meet the following requirements:

Age Requirement

Be 18 years old or older. Minors require parental or guardian’s consent.

Residency

Eligibility extends to both permanent and seasonal residents of Florida, enabling access for those spending significant time there.

Qualifying Conditions

A crucial requirement involves receiving a diagnosis for a qualifying health condition from a registered physician.

Medical Marijuana Use Registry

Upon diagnosis, details are entered into the Registry, ensuring legal compliance.

Registry Identification Card

Secure your vital Identification Card, granting authorization for legal purchase and utilization of medical marijuana.

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List of Qualifying Medical Conditions For Applying a Marjiuana Card In Florida

To be eligible for a medical marijuana card in Florida, patients must be diagnosed with one of the following conditions:

These conditions may be considered similar in class to those listed by The Office of Medical Marijuana Use

Same Or Comparable

AIDS
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease)
Alzheimer’s
Amyloidosis
Anxiety
Bladder Pain Syndrome
Cancer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Chronic Myofascial Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Crohn’s Disease
Cystic Fibrosis
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diverticulitis
Epilepsy
Fibromyalgia
Glaucoma
HIV
Huntington’s Disease
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Interstitial Cystitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (chronic)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Liver Cirrhosis
Lupus
Lyme Disease
Migraines
Myositis
Neurofibromatosis
Neuropathy
Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Phantom Limb Pain
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Post-Polio Syndrome
Psoriasis
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Renal Failure
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Spasticity
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Ulcerative Colitis
Vulvodynia

Terminal Conditions

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS, severe)
Adrenocortical Carcinoma (advanced)
Alzheimer’s Disease (late stage)
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer
Angiosarcoma
Bile Duct Cancer
Biliary Tract Cancer
Brain Cancer (high-grade gliomas)
Breast Cancer (stage IV)
Carcinoid Tumors (advanced)
Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (advanced)
Chondrosarcoma (advanced)
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (advanced)
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML, advanced)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD, severe)
Colon Cancer (stage IV)
Congestive Heart Failure (end-stage)
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Cystic Fibrosis (advanced)
Degenerative Disc Disease (advanced, with complications)
Dementia (severe)
Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG)
Emphysema (severe)
End-stage Liver Disease
End-stage Multiple Sclerosis
End-stage Renal Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Ewing’s Sarcoma (advanced)
Fabry Disease (advanced)
Familial Amyloidosis
Friedreich’s Ataxia (advanced)
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric (Stomach) Cancer
Gaucher Disease (advanced)
Glioblastoma Multiforme
Gliosarcoma (advanced)
Head and Neck Cancer (advanced)
Heart Failure (end-stage)
Hemangiosarcoma
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Huntington’s Disease
Inflammatory Breast Cancer (stage IV)
Juvenile Huntington’s Disease
Kidney Cancer (stage IV)
Krabbe Disease (advanced)
Large B-cell Lymphoma (advanced)
Leigh Syndrome (advanced)
Leiomyosarcoma (advanced)
Leukemia (acute, refractory)
Liver Cancer (advanced)
Lung Cancer (stage IV)
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
Mantle Cell Lymphoma (advanced)
Medullary Thyroid Cancer (advanced)
Melanoma (stage IV)
Mesothelioma (pleural, advanced)
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma
Multiple Myeloma (refractory)
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (advanced)
Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (stage IV)
Neuroblastoma (advanced)
Neuroendocrine Tumors (advanced)
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (advanced)
Ovarian Cancer (stage IV)
Pancreatic Cancer
Parkinson’s Disease (late stage)
Peritoneal Cancer
Pleural Mesothelioma
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Primary Peritoneal Cancer
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (advanced)
Prostate Cancer (stage IV)
Pulmonary Hypertension (severe)
Renal Cell Carcinoma (advanced)
Retinoblastoma (advanced)
Rhabdomyosarcoma (advanced)
Sarcoma (advanced)
Scleroderma (systemic, severe)
Sezary Syndrome
Small Cell Lung Cancer (extensive stage)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA type 1)
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (advanced)
Stomach Cancer (stage IV)
Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma (advanced)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (severe, with organ damage)
Testicular Cancer (stage IV)
Thymic Carcinoma (advanced)
Thyroid Cancer (stage IV)
Tongue Cancer (stage IV)
Transitional Cell Carcinoma (advanced)
Triple Negative Breast Cancer (stage IV)
Tuberculosis (drug-resistant, advanced)
Uterine Cancer (stage IV)
Vaginal Cancer (stage IV)
Vulvar Cancer (stage IV)
Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia (advanced)
Wilms Tumor (advanced)

Neuropathic Pain

Alcoholic Neuropathy
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) related pain
Brachial Plexopathy
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Compression Neuropathy
Diabetic Amyotrophy
Diabetic Neuropathy
Drug-Induced Neuropathy
Entrapment Neuropathy
Fabry Disease Neuropathy
Friedreich’s Ataxia Neuropathy
Hepatitis C-Associated Neuropathy
Hereditary Neuropathy
Herpes Simplex Virus Neuropathy
HIV/AIDS-Related Neuropathy
HIV-Associated Neuropathy
Hyperglycemia-Induced Neuropathy
Hypothyroidism-Induced Neuropathy
Inflammatory Neuropathy
Ischemic Neuropathy
Leprosy-Associated Neuropathy
Leptomeningeal Carcinomatosis
Light Chain Deposition Disease Neuropathy
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lyme Disease Neuropathy
Malignancy-Associated Neuropathy
Meralgia Paresthetica
Mitochondrial Disorders Neuropathy
Monoclonal Gammopathy-Associated Neuropathy
Mononeuritis Multiplex
Mononeuropathy
Morton’s Neuroma
Multiple Sclerosis Pain
Multiple System Atrophy Neuropathy
Myasthenia Gravis
Myelopathy
Neoplastic Plexopathy
Neurofibromatosis
Neuromyelitis Optica
Niemann-Pick Disease Neuropathy
Paraneoplastic Neuropathy
Paraproteinemic Neuropathy
Parsonage-Turner Syndrome
Peripheral Neuropathy
Phantom Limb Pain
Polyneuropathy
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Post-Surgical Neuropathy
Primary Lateral Sclerosis
Radial Neuropathy
Radiation-Induced Neuropathy
Radiculopathy
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
Sarcoidosis-Related Neuropathy
Sciatica
Scleroderma-Associated Neuropathy
Sensory Neuropathy
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Sjögren’s Syndrome Neuropathy
Small Fiber Neuropathy
Spinal Cord Injury Pain
Spinal Stenosis
Spinocerebellar Ataxia Neuropathy
Syringomyelia
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Neuropathy
Tangier Disease Neuropathy
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tetraplegia-Related Neuropathy
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Toxic Neuropathy
Transverse Myelitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Tropical Spastic Paraparesis
Tumor-Related Neuropathy
Ulnar Neuropathy
Uremic Neuropathy
Vasculitic Neuropathy
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Neuropathy

Multiple Sclerosis

Alzheimer’s Disease
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Huntington’s Disease
Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, SLE)
Optic Neuritis
Parkinson’s Disease
Polymyositis
Stiff Person Syndrome
Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma)

Parkinson's

Alzheimer’s Disease (with parkinsonian features)
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, with parkinsonian features)
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Dopa-Responsive Dystonia
Drug-Induced Parkinsonism
Guam Parkinsonism-Dementia Complex
Hallervorden-Spatz Disease (Pantothenate Kinase-Associated Neurodegeneration)
Huntington’s Disease
Neurofibromatosis (with parkinsonian features)
Parkinsonism-Dementia-Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Complex (PD-ALS)
Post-Encephalitic Parkinsonism
Primary Lateral Sclerosis
Wilson’s Disease

Epilepsy

Absence Seizures
Benign Rolandic Epilepsy
Catamenial Epilepsy
Childhood Absence Epilepsy
Dravet Syndrome
Epilepsy with Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizures
Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures
Epileptic Encephalopathy
Febrile Seizures
Frontal Lobe Epilepsy
Gelastic Epilepsy
Juvenile Absence Epilepsy
Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy
Landau-Kleffner Syndrome
Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome
Myoclonic Epilepsy
Neonatal Seizures
Panayiotopoulos Syndrome
Partial (Focal) Seizures
Rasmussen’s Encephalitis
Reflex Epilepsy
Rett Syndrome
Rolandic Epilepsy
Status Epilepticus
Temporal Lobe Epilepsy
Tonic Seizures
Unverricht-Lundborg Disease

ALS

Distal Hereditary Motor Neuropathy (dHMN)
Familial Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (FALS)
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)
HIV-associated Motor Neuron Disease
Juvenile Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (JALS)
Motor Neuron Disease associated with Frontotemporal Dementia (MND-FTD)
Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN)
Paraneoplastic Motor Neuron Disease
Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS)
Toxic Motor Neuron Disease (due to toxins like lead or mercury)

Crohn's

Celiac Disease
Collagenous Colitis
Diverticulitis
Drug-induced Colitis
Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
Indeterminate Colitis
Infectious Colitis
Ischemic Colitis
Lymphocytic Colitis
Microscopic Colitis
Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Pouchitis
Radiation Colitis
Ulcerative Colitis

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Obtain your Florida medical marijuana card through an efficient process.

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Your journey to accessing medical marijuana in Florida should be hassle-free. We’re here to guide you at every step, ensuring a smooth process from consultation to your first purchase. Start your journey towards improved well-being today.

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The Potential of Medical Marijuana in Florida

Essential Facts & Figures

Florida

831,775

Pennsylvania

712,421

Oklahoma

368,679

Ohio

174,591

Missouri

163,787

Maryland

162,401

Michigan

151,940

Arizona

127,162

New York

122,960

Where Can You Purchase Your Medicine?

Legally purchase medical marijuana only from one of Florida’s 300+ MMTCs.
Every purchase is recorded and monitored to ensure safety and compliance with state laws.

Your Privacy Matters

The OMMU ensures strict confidentiality, with access to your records limited to essential personnel.
Zero breaches of patient information have been reported, showcasing the system’s robust security.

Journey to Wellness: The Caregiver's Path

Caregiver Cards: A vital tool, ensuring those in need receive their treatment without hassle.
Double Verification: Both caregiver and patient IDs are required for purchases, enhancing security.

Understanding the Boundaries: Restrictions You Need to Know

Aspect	Details
Interstate Travel	Federal Laws prohibit crossing State lines with Medical Marijuana
Employment	Employer Policies on Medical Marijuana vary; Disclosure is Recommended
Caregiver Purchases	Caregivers must present specific ID Cards to purchase on behalf of Patients
Renewal Frequency	Certifications must be renewed every 210 days to remain active
Insurance Coverage	Medical Marijuana costs are out-of-pocket, with no current insurance coverage

Table: Key Restrictions for Medical Marijuana Cardholders in Florida

Financial Aspects of Medical Marijuana in Florida

The average cost for a medical marijuana recommendation is $200 at Holistic Medical Wellness, with a $75 state fee for the card annually.
Despite the lack of insurance coverage, many find the benefits outweigh the costs, considering the improved quality of life and reduction in pharmaceutical drug dependency.

Getting Started: Quick and Personalized Service

Same-Day Approval: With a Florida driver’s license, some patients can purchase it on the same day as their doctor’s visit.
Tailored Treatment: Treatments are personalized from smokable flowers to topical creams, focusing on patient needs and preferences.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Marijuana in Florida

1. How do I apply for a Medical Marijuana Use Registry ID Card?

A qualified physician must register Eligible patients and caregivers in the Medical Marijuana Use Registry.
Applications can be submitted online through the Medical Marijuana Use Registry or via mail, accompanied by a $75 registration fee. Detailed instructions can be found in our Initial Application Instructional Guide.

2. What is the status of my ID card application?

Application processing times average 10 business days online. If mailed, allow an additional 3-5 days for postal delivery.
To check the status, contact 800-808-9580 or visit the Medical Marijuana Use Registry.

3. How do I receive my Medical Marijuana Card in Florida?

After applying to the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry, you're eligible to apply for your medical marijuana card. This card is your passport to access dispensaries across Florida, allowing you to purchase medical cannabis as recommended by your doctor. Remember, the card is valid for one year, while the physician's recommendation lasts for 210 days.

4. How do I renew my Medical Marijuana Use Registry ID Card?

Renewals should be submitted 45 days before the card expires, either online or by mail. For step-by-step guidance, refer to our Renewal Application Instructional Guide.

5. What if I need a replacement ID card?

For lost, stolen, or changes in ID card details, submit a Change, Replacement or Surrender Request Form, a copy of your Florida driver’s license or ID, and a $15 fee. Instructions for an address change can be found in our Address Change Instructional Guide.

6. What do permanent Florida residents need to prove their residency for a Medical Marijuana Card?

Permanent residents can use any state-approved identification form, like a Florida driver's licence or state ID, to prove their residency. This simplifies the process, ensuring that permanent residents have a straightforward path to obtaining their medical marijuana card.

7. How can seasonal or temporary residents in Florida prove their residency for medical marijuana treatment?

Seasonal or temporary residents have a slightly different process. They need to provide two of the following documents:

A monthly mortgage statement, deed, mortgage, residential rental, or lease agreement.
Proof of residential address from a parent, step-parent, legal guardian, or person you live with, plus a statement confirming the claim's validity.
A utility bill, work order, or similar document.
Mail from a financial institution or government agency up to two months, which helps establish a recent and legitimate Florida connection.

8. Can I use my Florida Medical Marijuana Card anywhere in the state?

Absolutely! Whether you're in Miami Beach, Tampa, or any other city within Florida, your card grants you the freedom to purchase medical marijuana from any state-licensed dispensary, offering you flexibility and peace of mind.

9. Why is a Medical Cannabis Card essential in Florida?

Your medical cannabis card is more than just an ID; it's your legal shield. It ensures that if you're stopped with marijuana, you can show proof of legal purchase and possession, safeguarding you from legal repercussions as long as you comply with state regulations.

10. Who is required to have a Medical Marijuana Use Registry Identification Card?

In Florida, both patients and caregivers are required to obtain a Medical Marijuana Use Registry identification card to purchase and possess medical marijuana legally. More details can be found on the Florida Registry Identification Cards page

11. Can minors participate in the Medical Marijuana Program?

Yes, minors can be patients under the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Program, but there are specific rules:

1. A second physician's approval is required for minors, confirming that the benefits of medical marijuana use outweigh the risks.
2. Physicians cannot prescribe smokable forms of marijuana to minors unless they have a terminal condition and it is deemed the most effective route by both the treating physician and a board-certified pediatrician.
3. Minors must have a caregiver who handles the purchase and administration of medical marijuana.
4. Written consent from a parent or guardian is necessary, which the treating physician must submit to the Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU).

12. Where can I find a physician who can prescribe medical marijuana?

The OMMU maintains a list of authorized physicians, searchable by location and specialty through the Medical Marijuana Qualified Physician Search.

13. Where and who can legally sell medical marijuana?

Only licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTCs) are authorized to sell medical marijuana in Florida. Patients with a valid ID card can contact any licensed MMTC to fulfill their prescribed orders.

14. Is personal cultivation of marijuana allowed?

No, only licensed MMTCs may cultivate marijuana. Personal cultivation remains illegal under both state and federal law

15. Does Florida recognize medical marijuana cards from other states (reciprocity)?

No, Florida does not offer reciprocity for medical marijuana use. Check with other states directly about their reciprocity policies if traveling.

16. What is the difference between low-THC cannabis and medical marijuana?

Low-THC cannabis is defined as having 0.8% or less THC by weight and more than 10% CBD. It is primarily used for medical purposes without psychoactive effects.
Medical marijuana includes all parts of the Cannabis plant with higher THC levels used for medical conditions as prescribed by a qualified physician.

17. What is a marijuana delivery device?

These are tools used to ingest, inhale, or otherwise introduce marijuana into the body. Devices intended for smoking need not be obtained from an MMTC.

18. How to Use your Medical Marijuana Use Registry ID Card?

Present your ID card at any MMTC to purchase prescribed medical marijuana or delivery devices. This card also helps verify your registration in the state’s Medical Marijuana Use Registry.

19. Can a patient also serve as a caregiver?

Yes, but patients wishing to be caregivers must apply for both a caregiver and patient ID card separately.

20. Can I get approved for my medical marijuana card through a telemedicine consultation?

No, the state of Florida doesn't allow the initial certification to be approved through telemedicine. The initial approval must be done physically “in person” however, once you are approved you can be recertified for your renewal via telemedicine.