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Ohio’s medical marijuana program offers qualifying patients safe, state-regulated access to cannabis products for symptom relief and improved quality of life. Established by House Bill 523 in 2016, the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program (OMMCP) began licensed sales at dispensaries on January 16, 2019, under strict rules designed to protect patients and ensure product safety. Patients receive physician-certified cards from the Ohio Board of Pharmacy, allowing them to purchase low-THC or high-CBD products in non-smoking forms—only edibles, oils, vapors, patches, tinctures, or plant matter.
Qualifying Conditions
To be eligible, patients must have at least one of the 21 state-approved conditions. The original qualifying conditions include:
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS/HIV)
Alzheimer’s disease
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Cancer
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
Crohn’s disease
Epilepsy or other seizure disorders
Fibromyalgia
Glaucoma
Hepatitis C
Inflammatory bowel disease (including Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis)
Multiple sclerosis
“Chronic and severe or intractable” pain
Parkinson’s disease
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Sickle cell anemia
Spinal cord disease or injury
Tourette’s syndrome
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Ulcerative colitis
Any other condition added by the State Medical Board of Ohio
Eligibility Criteria
Beyond a qualifying condition, applicants must:
Be an Ohio resident—proof via a valid Ohio driver’s license or state ID.
Be at least 18 years old; minors require a parent or guardian as a designated caregiver.
Establish a bona fide relationship with a certified physician, meaning ongoing clinical care for the qualifying condition.
Finding a State-Certified MMJ Doctor
Only physicians holding a Certificate to Recommend (CTR) from the State Medical Board of Ohio may certify patients. These doctors complete specialized training on cannabis therapies and must maintain active MD or DO licenses. You can locate CTR physicians via the OMPCP’s online directory or through telemedicine providers that serve Ohio residents.
Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Card
Step 1 – Schedule & Complete Your ConsultationBook an in-person or telehealth appointment with a Ohio medical cannabis physician. During the evaluation, you’ll discuss your medical history, symptoms, and prior treatments to confirm eligibility.
Step 2 – Physician Recommendation & SubmissionIf you qualify, the physician submits your recommendation electronically to the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry maintained by the Board of Pharmacy. This step creates your preliminary patient profile.
Step 3 – Patient Registry ApplicationWithin 90 days of the recommendation date, log in to the Registry portal to:
Create your account and set a secure password.
Verify your identity and residency by uploading your Ohio driver’s license or state ID.
Review and agree to the program’s legal terms.
As of May 15, 2024, all patient and caregiver fees have been eliminated, streamlining activation to a simple “Activate Card” click with no payment required.
Once your application is processed—typically within a few business days—you can download or print your digital medical marijuana card directly from the portal.
Renewal & Ongoing Compliance
Your medical marijuana card remains valid for one year from issuance. To renew:
Obtain a new recommendation from your CTR physician.
Submit it to the Registry and reactivate your card—again with no state fee required.Be sure to complete renewal before your card expires; recommendations older than 90 days become void, requiring a fresh consultation.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you live in Ohio and have one of the qualifying conditions above, you can simplify the entire process online. Visit MMJ today to schedule your telehealth evaluation with a state-certified medical marijuana doctor and begin your application in minutes.
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