Consult with a certified NY medical marijuana physician and get approved, or We guarantee a refund
As a Med Card holder, you're not subject to the 6% excise tax that's applied to recreational cannabis purchases, directly reducing your costs.
Avoid additional taxes applied based on the potency of cannabis, which can add up, especially for those requiring stronger strains for medical reasons.
Combining the financial advantages, convenience and legal protections of a Med Card offers a pleasant experience in managing your medical cannabis needs.

Navigate to the Marijuana Specialist Near Me platform and log in. If you’re a new patient with Marijuana Specialists looking to renew your card, register as a renewal patient.

Schedule a HIPAA compliant online consultation with a New York-licensed physician through Marijuana Specialist Near Me for your renewal.

Once the physician approves your medical cannabis card renewal, they will submit your recertification directly with the state. Then login to the Medical Marijuana Program portal and complete your renewal application.

Similar to the initial application process, you will receive your renewed digital medical card via email within 30 days, ensuring uninterrupted access to medical cannabis.
Any New York resident with a condition deemed eligible by a certified physician can apply for a medical marijuana card. As of 2022, physicians can prescribe medical cannabis for any condition they believe will benefit from its use.
The process involves three steps:
Yes, Assembly Bill 7826 establishes reciprocity, allowing out-of-state patients with valid medical cannabis recommendations to purchase and use medical cannabis in New York according to local laws.
Both patients and caregivers can possess 3 ounces of cannabis and 24 grams of cannabis concentrate (edibles, oil). The specifics might vary, so it's essential to stay updated with the latest state guidelines.
New Yorkers 21 years or older grow up to six plants in their home for personal use (3 mature plants and 3 immature plants) and a maximum of twelve plants per household (6 mature plants and 6 immature plants), even if there are three or more adults 21 and over in the residence
You will need to renew your card by scheduling a renewal appointment with a physician, who will assess whether you continue to benefit from medical cannabis. The card is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually.
The state has permanently waived the medical cannabis card application fee, which used to be $50 annually, making it more affordable for patients to apply for and maintain their card.