Ohio Medical Marijuana Card: Everything You Need To Know

Step-by-Step Guide to Joining the Ohio Medical Cannabis Program

The Buckeye State passed House Bill 523 in 2016, legalizing medical marijuana in Ohio. Today, the Medical Marijuana Control Program Patient & Caregiver Registry allows patients who have a qualifying medical condition to apply for a medical cannabis card. Learn more about the steps to get a medical card, or you can stop in at one of our Ohio dispensaries and speak with one of our well-informed budtenders.

Ohio Medical Marijuana Qualifications

Before you begin the medical cannabis application process in Ohio, make sure you meet the following requirements:

• An Ohio resident; AND
• At least 18 years old OR a minor with an adult caregiver; AND
• Suffer from at least one serious medical condition.
  

How to Apply for an Ohio Medical Marijuana Card [3 Steps]

If you meet the above requirements, you’re ready to begin the application process. Follow these steps to become part of the state’s medical marijuana registry.

Visit an Approved Ohio Physician

Visit a physician who is approved by Ohio’s Cannabis Control Program and obtain certification that you suffer from one of the serious medical conditions outlined by the state. If the physician determines that you meet the criteria, they will create your profile in the program’s Patient & Caregiver Registry, as well as provide their recommendations for specific products and refills.

Please note that the physician will need to submit both your government-issued identification and proof of residency. If you do not have an Ohio driver’s license, there are other forms of identification you can use which are outlined on the Ohio Cannabis Control website.

Activate Your Patient Account

Once you have been approved for the program, you will receive an activation email with a link to your online account with the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry. After clicking the link, you will be prompted to review the following information to ensure accuracy:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Residential address
• Valid and correct phone number
  
  

Submit Your Registration Fee & Download Your Card

When you’ve validated all of your information, you’ll pay the registration fee of one penny and submit your application. The state no longer issues physical medical marijuana cards, so once you pay your registration fee you will receive a link to download your card.

As soon as you have your official medical cannabis card, you can visit any state-licensed dispensary in Ohio.

Renewing Your Medical Marijuana Card in Ohio

Medical cannabis cards in Ohio must be renewed annually, and patients are required to obtain a new recommendation from a state-approved physician. Once the updated information is submitted by the physician, you can login to your Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry account and renew your card.

Ohio Medical Marijuana Purchase & Possession Limits

Medical marijuana patients in Ohio are able to purchase up to a 90-day supply of medical cannabis products, which are divided into two 45-day fill periods. This means that during each 45-day fill period, a medical marijuana patient or caregiver may purchase no more than half of their 90-day allotted amount.

A 90-day supply of medical marijuana is defined as:

• Up to 9oz (254.7 g) of raw cannabis flower
• Up to 26.55g of THC in patches, lotions, creams, or ointments
• Up to 9.9g of THC in oil, tincture, capsule, or edible form for oral administration
• Up to 53.1g of THC in medical marijuana oil for vaporization
  
  

Ohio medical marijuana patients may possess no more than a 90-day supply of marijuana products.

FAQs About Medical Marijuana in Ohio

The Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program is the ultimate authority for all legislation around medical marijuana in the state. As licensed providers in the state, we often get asked questions about the program and purchasing medical marijuana. We’ve answered a few of those here.

Is medical marijuana legal in Ohio?

Yes, it is. Ohio has authorized medical marijuana in the form of dry medical flower, extracts, vape cartridges, topical salves, and many other products.

How much does a medical cannabis card cost in Ohio? 

Ohio has reduced the application fee to one penny. There is no cost to renew a medical marijuana card.

How can I purchase medical marijuana in Ohio? 

To purchase medical marijuana in Ohio, you must be certified by an approved physician and registered with the MCCP. Once you receive your Ohio medical cannabis card, you can purchase medical marijuana in a licensed medical dispensary.

How long will it take to receive my Ohio medical marijuana card?

The patient certification process can take 2-3 weeks to complete. Once you are approved for a medical cannabis card and pay the registration fee, you will be able to download your card immediately.

How can I be prescribed medical marijuana in Ohio?

Specific medical marijuana products are not prescribed. Rather, a physician certifies patients for the treatment of medical marijuana. Once certified, a patient can purchase medical marijuana that suits their needs. We encourage all medical marijuana patients to consult with their physician to determine the appropriate product regimen. 

Can I visit multiple dispensaries in one day? 

There is no limit in Ohio to the number of dispensaries you can visit per day. However, dispensaries will have a record of how much medical cannabis a patient has purchased that day, and they will not dispense more than the state-allowed amount.

Can I use an out-of-state medical card in Ohio? 

No, Ohio does not have a medical cannabis reciprocity program. That means the state does not accept medical marijuana cards issued by other states.