Qualifying Conditions for Medical Card in North Dakota [2024]

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How to Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in North Dakota

To qualify for a medical marijuana card in North Dakota, individuals must meet certain criteria. First, they must be a resident of North Dakota and provide proof of residency. Second, they must have a qualifying medical condition as determined by the North Dakota Department of Health.

Once an individual has confirmed their eligibility, they must schedule an appointment with a certified healthcare provider who can certify their qualifying condition. The healthcare provider will evaluate the individual's medical history and determine if medical marijuana is an appropriate treatment option. If the healthcare provider certifies the individual, they can proceed with the application process for a medical marijuana card.

North Dakota Medical Marijuana 2024 List of Conditions

Chronic or debilitating diseases or medical conditions, including but not limited to:
- Cancer
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Hepatitis C
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Crohn's disease
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Alzheimer's disease
- A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or its treatment that produces one or more of the following:
  - Cachexia or wasting syndrome
  - Severe debilitating pain
  - Severe nausea
  - Seizures
  - Severe and persistent muscle spasms

North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card Requirements

To obtain a medical marijuana card in North Dakota, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:

Be a resident of North Dakota and provide proof of residency.
Have a qualifying medical condition as determined by a certified healthcare provider.
Submit a completed application form along with the required documents.
Pay the applicable fees.
Provide a passport-sized photograph.

How Much Does the North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card Cost

Starting October 1, 2022, qualifying patients in North Dakota pay a reduced fee of $25, down from $50, to obtain a medical marijuana identification card. This $25 fee also applies to card renewals. Both application and renewal fees are non-refundable. Designated caregivers in North Dakota are not required to pay any application fees to receive medical marijuana identification cards.

What Documents do I require for the North Dakota medical marijuana card?

When applying for a medical marijuana card in North Dakota, individuals must submit the following documents:

Proof of North Dakota residency.
Certification from a certified healthcare provider stating the qualifying medical condition.
Completed application form.
Passport-sized photograph.
Payment of the applicable fees.

I Was Certified By the North Dakota Doctor - What is The Next Step?

Once an individual has been certified by a North Dakota doctor for a medical marijuana card, the next step is to register with the North Dakota Department of Health's Medical Marijuana Program. This registration can be done online, and individuals will need their certification information and other personal details to complete the process.

After registering with the program, individuals will receive their medical marijuana card by mail. This card will allow them to purchase and possess medical marijuana from licensed dispensaries in North Dakota.

Is Medical Marijuana Legal in North Dakota?

Yes, medical marijuana is legal in North Dakota. The state has established a Medical Marijuana Program that allows individuals with qualifying medical conditions to obtain a medical marijuana card and access medical marijuana for therapeutic purposes.