FAQ Greenwave Medical Sales
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How do I obtain my medical marijuana card in Maryland?
5 Steps to obtain your medical card in Maryland
To obtain a Maryland medical marijuana card, you must first verify if you have a qualifying condition:
- Cachexia
- Anorexia
- Glaucoma
- Wasting Syndrome
- Severe Pain
- Severe Nausea (including that caused by other medications for conditions)
- Seizures
- Severe or persistent muscle spasms
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Chronic Pain
- Any condition that is severe, for which other medical treatments have been ineffective, and if the symptoms “reasonably can be expected to be relieved” by the medical use of Cannabis.
Next, register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) through their website. For patients under 18, a caregiver must also register and provide proof of relationship and a notarized form.
After you’ve registered with the MMCC, be sure to use your medical cannabis certification within 120 days. Then, visit Greenwave Maryland Dispensary and chat with a consultant to find the best cannabis product for your desired effect.
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Where can I legally travel with medical cannabis?
A legal patient may travel to any location in the state of Maryland (other than federal government property when in possession of medical cannabis). Possession of cannabis is a violation of federal law and Maryland residents should carefully read the current state statutes regarding the use of medical cannabis and be aware that taking cannabis across State lines is a federal offense. Cannabis is also illegal on federal government property. The State of Maryland laws cannot authorize you to travel to other states, jurisdictions, or countries with this medicine in your possession.
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For what conditions or diseases can my physician write a written certification?
Any condition that is severe, for which other medical treatments have been ineffective, and if the symptoms “reasonably can be expected to be relieved” by the medical use of Cannabis. In addition, if the patient has a chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition that causes severe loss of appetite, wasting, severe or chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, severe or persistent muscle spasms, or glaucoma or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
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How do I get a “written certification” for medical cannabis in Maryland?
A patient needs an in-person visit with a registered physician with whom the patient has a “bona fide physician-patient relationship”. If the patient meets the physician’s criteria for treatment with medical cannabis, the physician will issue a written certification. The physician records the written certification on the Commission’s database.
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My child needs medical cannabis. Can he or she get it legally?
Children who meet their physician’s criteria for treatment can become legal patients in Maryland. However, children must have a parent or guardian serve as a caregiver.
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Will health insurers cover the cost of medical cannabis in Maryland?
Health insurers are not required to cover the cost of medical cannabis. Private health insurers are free under Maryland law to develop policies that will cover medical cannabis.
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My employer tests for drug use including cannabis. Can they test me if I am a medical cannabis patient? Can they fire me if I use medical cannabis?
Maryland law does not prevent an employer from testing for use of cannabis (for any reason) or taking action against an employee who tests positive for use of cannabis (for any reason).
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What are the medical cannabis laws in Maryland?
The Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) has a program called BeCannabisSmart dedicated to educating the public on cannabis safety laws, including rules and regulations about cannabis use, storage tips, and more. In addition to educational material, the MCA provides resources, helplines, legalization updates, and more for consumers in the state of Maryland. Learn more on the official Maryland Cannabis Administration site.