Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Card in Minnesota
Obtaining a medical cannabis card in Minnesota ensures benefits like access to safe, tested products, significant tax savings, and enhanced patient protections.
In this guide, we simplify the process, from understanding eligibility to preparing for your NuggMD evaluation.
List of Minnesota Qualifying Conditions
The state of Minnesota no longer limits the conditions for which medical cannabis may be recommended. Patients may receive a cannabis certification for any condition recommended, approved, or authorized by a person's healthcare practitioner. These conditions include, but aren't limited to:
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Autism spectrum disorder (must meet DSM-5)
- Cancer*
- Chronic motor or vocal tic disorder
- Chronic pain
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease
- Intractable pain
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Seizures, including those characteristic of epilepsy
- Severe and persistent muscle spasms, including those characteristic of multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Sickle cell disease
- Terminal illness, with a probable life expectancy of less than one year*
- Tourette syndrome
**If your illness or its treatment produces one or more of the following: severe or chronic pain; nausea or severe vomiting; or cachexia or severe wasting.
Can MN patients complete a self-evaluation?
Absolutely! But, this is a separate step from the evaluation with a qualified medical practitioner. Once certified for a qualifying condition, patients in Minnesota are asked to complete a self-evaluation before visiting a dispensary to ensure treatments are aligned with their current health needs.
Can MN veterans complete a self-certification instead of seeing a doctor?
Yes. Minnesota now allows veterans to self-certify that they have a qualifying condition for cannabis use. You must be able to provide proof of veteran status to qualify for self-certification.
Understanding MN Medical Card Requirements
Knowing the MN medical card requirements is essential
- How old do you have to be to get a medical card? Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to qualify for a medical card. Minors must have a parent or legal guardian as a registered caregiver.
- Do you have to be a resident to get a Minnesota medical cannabis card? Yes, individuals must be residents of Minnesota, and proof of residency is required during the application process.
- What if you don’t have a qualifying condition? You can receive a cannabis certification for any condition recommended, approved, or authorized by a person’s health care practitioner.
- Do veterans still have to get certified by a physician? No. Minnesota now allows veterans to self-certify that they qualify for medical cannabis. This option is only available to veterans and the patient must be able to provide proof of veteran status.
You Have a Qualifying Condition for a Medical Card in Minnesota… Now What?
If you've met the qualifying conditions for a medical card in Minnesota, your next step is clear. Signing up with NuggMD is your gateway to accessing medical cannabis.
With a straightforward process and expert guidance, we make it easy to complete your application and connect with certified marijuana doctors.
For more information, check out our guide to how to get a medical card in Minnesota.
What Forms Do You Need When Meeting with a Certified Medical Marijuana Doctor?
As you approach your evaluation with NuggMD for a medical cannabis card in Minnesota, prepare the following documents for faster, more comprehensive care.
- Medical Documentation: Compile your medical history and any records pertaining to your qualifying condition.
- Identification/Proof of Residency: Ensure you have a valid Minnesota ID or another proof of residency.
Have more questions? Browse our list of common Minnesota patient FAQs.
