Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Marijuana Card in Nevada
Recreational cannabis is legal in Nevada for adults aged 21 and older. However, many consumers recognize that there are still several important reasons to get a Nevada medical marijuana card. Patients have no cannabis excise tax and can cultivate their own plants under certain circumstances. They also have access to a network of medical dispensaries with specialized products compared to adult recreational users.
What are the Nevada medical card requirements, though?
To get a med card in Nevada, patients must have a qualifying condition and meet several other prerequisites.
List of Qualifying Conditions for a Nevada Medical Marijuana Card
Presently, Nevada authorizes physicians to recommend medical cannabis for the following qualifying conditions. Other conditions may be subject to approval through the Nevada DPBH (Division of Public and Behavioral Health).
- An anxiety disorder;
- An autism spectrum disorder;
- An autoimmune disease;
- Anorexia nervosa;
- Cancer;
- Dependence upon or addiction to opioids;
- Glaucoma;
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD);
- A medical condition or treatment for a medical condition that produces, for a specific patient, one or more of the following: Cachexia; Muscle spasms, including, without limitation, spasms caused by multiple sclerosis; Seizures, including, without limitation, seizures caused by epilepsy; Nausea; or Severe or chronic pain;
- The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and any medical condition related to the human immunodeficiency virus;
- A neuropathic condition, whether or not such condition causes seizures or
- Any other medical condition or treatment for a medical condition that is: Classified as a chronic or debilitating medical condition by regulation of the Division or Approved as a chronic or debilitating medical condition pursuant to a petition submitted.
How to Qualify for Medical Marijuana in Nevada
“Do you have to be a resident to get a medical card?” The short answer is yes, but it isn’t the only stipulation for getting approved. You must meet a few baseline criteria to meet the Nevada medical card requirements.
- Be at least 18 years of age (or have a qualified caregiver if you’re a minor)
- Be a resident of the state of Nevada
- Receive a medical cannabis recommendation from a certified physician.
You can move on to the next step - including choosing a Nevada caregiver if you'll need one - if you meet all of these qualifications. You’re now in the process of getting your own Nevada medical marijuana card!
You Have a Qualifying Condition in Nevada… Now What?
If you meet the preliminary requirements, it’s time to take the following steps. You’ll need to register in the state of Nevada for a medical marijuana card.
To finish your registration, you will need to do the following:
Step 1: Acquire an Attending Healthcare Provider Statement.
Written approval from a certified physician is known as an Attending Healthcare Provider Statement. Fortunately, you can secure these statements through NuggMD's network of Nevada medical marijuana doctors.
Step 2: Apply to the Medical Cannabis Nevada Registry
This can be done online using Nevada’s online portal.
Step 3: Pay for your Medical Cannabis Card
There are two required payments to receive your medical cannabis card.
Learn more about how to get a medical card in Nevada (and the state's cannabis laws and regulations and how they apply to med card holders).
What Medical Forms Do You Need When Meeting with a Physician in Nevada?
The following forms and information will make the evaluation and application process as quick and seamless as possible:
- Photo ID / Proof of Residency
- Medical Records (to review with a NuggMD physician)
- Proof of Financial Assistance (if you are seeking financial assistance and eligible)
Your physician will need your medical records to assess your condition(s) accurately. If you don't have this information available, the doctor may request that you provide additional records. They can use these records to determine if medical cannabis might help you.
It’s okay to ask questions, too. This is your time to learn about your conditions and how cannabis may be beneficial. NuggMD Nevada is here to make your evaluation and application process as seamless and easy as possible.
