Category: Medical Marijuana in Ohio
Qualifications for an Ohio Medical Marijuana Card
Medical marijuana cards in Ohio are only issued to those who meet the following criteria:
- Age 18+
- A parent or guardian (caregiver) who is at least 21 years old must be assigned to a child under the age of 18.
- One of the qualifying conditions has been met (see below)
- Proof of Ohio residency.
- Consult with an Ohio Marijuana Card doctor certified by the state.
What Conditions Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Ohio?
Marijuana can be used to treat and alleviate symptoms associated with a wide range of conditions and symptoms, according to the Ohio Medical Board. Find out how to apply for and receive a medical marijuana card in Ohio by reading on!
- AIDS.
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
- Alzheimer’s disease.
- Arthritis
- Cachexia.
- Cancer.
- Chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
- Crohn’s disease.
- Epilepsy or another seizure disorder.
- Fibromyalgia.
- Glaucoma.
- Hepatitis C.
- Huntington’s disease.
- Inflammatory bowel disease.
- Multiple sclerosis.
- Pain that is either chronic and severe or intractable.
- Parkinson’s disease.
- Positive status for HIV.
- Post-traumatic stress disorder.
- Sickle cell anemia.
- Spasticity.
- Spinal cord disease or injury.
- Terminal illness.
- Tourette’s syndrome.
- Traumatic brain injury.
- Ulcerative colitis
Click here to learn more about qualifying conditions in Ohio.
Please call 614-714-6043 or book an appointment online today for an evaluation with one of our Ohio medical marijuana doctors if you are currently suffering from any of the conditions that qualify for treatment with cannabis.
Steps for Getting an Ohio Medical Marijuana Card
Step 1: Schedule an Appointment with a Medical Marijuana Doctor in Ohio
With the approval of telemedicine consultations in Ohio, today is the easiest time to find a licensed Ohio medical marijuana doctor! For more information about medical marijuana in Ohio, contact TruReleafMD today to set up a virtual appointment with an experienced Ohio medical marijuana doctor. Watch our “How to Get Your Ohio Medical Marijuana” card video right now to learn more. When it comes to obtaining an Ohio medical marijuana card, we can assist you in both the initial application process as well as renewal.
Step 2: Attend Appointment with Medical Cannabis Doctor
A series of reminders will be sent to you once you’ve scheduled an appointment with one of our medical marijuana doctors. OHIO LAW REQUIRES YOUR PHYSICIAN TO OBTAIN PRIOR MEDICAL RECORDS. PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ELECTRONIC RELEASE OF INFORMATION FORM PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT.
Ask all the questions you want when you see your doctor. To find out if you’re eligible for medical marijuana in Ohio, talk to your doctor, who can also give you advice on how to take it and how much to take.
Medical marijuana doctor appointments in Ohio can now be conducted via telemedicine.
Patients in the state of Ohio can meet with their medical marijuana doctor via videoconference from the privacy of their own homes.
Step 3: Check your Email
The Ohio Board of Pharmacy will send you an email with your Ohio Medical Marijuana Card once you’ve met with your doctor and been approved for medical cannabis. You may be able to get your medical marijuana card from the Ohio Board of Pharmacy right after your appointment if you’ve been granted approval.
Step 4: Visit a nearby Marijuana Dispensary to Purchase your Medical Cannabis
Patients can often pick up their prescription for medical marijuana from a dispensary on the same day as their appointment. Visit a licensed dispensary to find the product that works best for you once your application has been approved and you have received your card! When it comes to marijuana use, always consult your doctor for advice.