Texas Patient FAQs

NuggMD Texas connects prospective patients with state-licensed medical cannabis doctors so you can get your required medical evaluation fast, easy, and online from the comfort and privacy of your own home.

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To get a Texas medical marijuana card, an individual must first have a physician's recommendation for one or more of the state’s qualifying conditions for medical cannabis. The process is fast, easy, and completely online with NuggMD Texas.

Yes, but the state does require that you be a permanent resident of Texas in order to be prescribed medical marijuana. So, you’ll at least need proof of residency.

In order to qualify for medical marijuana in Texas, your need to be a permanent resident of the state. The proof required will be up to your doctor's discretion.

All of NuggMD's physicians and practitioners are fully licensed in the state for which they provide MMJ evaluations and have obtained all the required training and certification. Connect with a Texas medical cannabis doctor in minutes with NuggMD!

No. Only doctors with a medical specialty relevant to treating the patient's qualifying conditions can recommend medical marijuana in Texas.

It only costs $99 to get a Texas medical card evaluation with NuggMD. Patients who don't qualify for the program will get their evaluation for free! The state-required follow-up costs just $50 when conducted through NuggMD.

There are no state fees associated with the registration of your written certification.

Texas residents desiring to be prescribed medical cannabis must be diagnosed with one of the state’s listed qualifying medical conditions. There is no age limit to those eligible. Patients under 18 years old may require legal guardian permission. A state-licensed physician must evaluate patients and then submit the prescription to the CURT system.

Out-of-state medical cannabis card holders or residents are not eligible to purchase at Texas dispensing sites.

Qualifying conditions in Texas include:

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Autism
Epilepsy
Multiple sclerosis
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Seizure disorders
Spasticity
Terminal cancer
An incurable neurodegenerative disease
Medical conditions designated by the Health and Human Services Commission as authorizing treatment with low-THC cannabis as part of an approved research program.

Texas requires that licensed physicians only prescribe medical cannabis to those with a qualifying condition. Those who do not have any of these conditions are not eligible for the Compassionate Use Program.

The state continues to update regulations regarding its medical marijuana program. They receive feedback and opinions about the current state of their cannabis legislation through their Compassionate Use Program Working Group.

The state most recently removed the term ‘terminal’ from its list of qualifying cancer conditions to include any type of cancer and added PTSD.

No. Health insurance does not cover any cost associated with obtaining your medical cannabis prescription because it remains federally illegal. If legislation progresses, this may change in the future.

For now, having a prescription from a licensed medical doctor is the only way to purchase and consume cannabis in the state of Texas. It remains illegal to possess or consume cannabis recreationally. The possession of up to 2 ounces of cannabis is punishable by up to 180 days in jail and $2,000 in fines.

When adult-use sales begin, medical card holders can expect a range of benefits that aren't available to recreational consumers.

For more information on the Texas Compassionate Use Program, visit the Texas Department of Public Safety website.

You can get a medical cannabis evaluation in Texas in as little as 15 minutes. The CURT system is available 24 hours to physicians, so as soon as your prescription in put into the system, you’re eligible to pick it up at a dispensing center.

Learn more about Texas's cannabis laws and regulations.

The process should take 24 hours between when the physician uploads the patient's prescription in CURT and when a patient or legal guardian can fulfill their prescription with a licensed dispensary.

Yes. As long as the doctor is a registered Texas physician and registered with the CURT system, they are able to provide your cannabis prescription. Be aware that seeing a new doctor means getting a new complete evaluation. A new physician can't provide a simple "follow-up." Luckily, this initial evaluation isn't complicated with NuggMD. All you need is your medical records pertaining to your condition and some free time to conduct your evaluation.

It only costs $99 to get a Texas medical cannabis renewal evaluation with NuggMD. Patients who don't qualify for the program will get their evaluation for free!

Texas doesn't provide medical marijuana cards for its patients. The prescribing physician will enter your information into the CURT system if you're approved and upload your prescription. You'll be responsible for regular follow-ups with your doctor to maintain your prescription. Your first follow-up will be at three months, with the second appointment included in the initial cost. Some conditions may warrant more frequent appointments or a more thorough evaluation at a physical office. This decision is strictly up to your physician. Annual renewals will always be the same price as your initial appointment, with the first follow-up included.

With NuggMD, you are ONLY charged for your evaluation if you are approved. We believe everyone deserves access to a qualified medical cannabis doctor, and the cost of an evaluation shouldn’t be a barrier.

You’ll only be charged if you’re approved for your medical marijuana certification. If not, your evaluation is free! If you sign up and pay for your evaluation, but then cancel before your evaluation, there is a small $10 fee for the payment processing. You can also change your mind after your evaluation if you wish and request a refund, but you must do so before the doctor has entered your prescription for cannabis into the state’s registry. Once you’ve been entered in the registry, a refund for services will no longer be available. Please send an email to support@nuggmd.com with the subject line “Refund Request” and a brief description of your issue. We want to make sure you’re 100% satisfied with your purchase being that you, the customer, are the most important thing to us! Once a refund has been initiated, please allow 3-5 business days for the funds to transfer back to the card you used for the transaction. A refund is no longer available more than 30 days after the date of your evaluation. If any issues arise, please feel free to reach back out for further assistance.

Currently, only medical marijuana products with less than 1% THC by weight are allowed and available in Texas. The state doesn't allow any inhaled forms of cannabis, so most products available at dispensaries are in edible form, although you'll find topicals, suppositories and transdermal patches on occasion.

THC edibles in Texas range in potency from CBD-only to THC-only and all ratios in between. Many believe that Texas has no traditional 10mg THC edibles, but they do. THC concentration is limited by weight, not in relation to CBD content. Many critics have stated that the only thing this limit accomplishes is that the patient must consume more sugar, carrier oil, or other unhealthy additives in order to achieve a therapeutic benefit.

It's difficult to understand the legislature's reasoning for the THC by weight limitation, but the end result is that you'll find plenty of THC infused gummies and tinctures at the dispensary that are similar to products you find in other, more traditional markets.

Learn more about Texas's cannabis laws and regulations.

Patients in Texas may purchase medical marijuana products containing 1% or less of THC by weight from an approved dispensing organization.

Individuals must be over the age of 18 to purchase medical cannabis from a licensed dispensary. Patients under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian pick up their prescription.

Texas does not limit the amount of medical cannabis patients can purchase. Instead, the state imposes limits on the THC concentration of the THC concentration of the available cannabis. All medical cannabis available to patients in Texas contains 1% or less THC by weight.

This is up to your doctor. Texas does not address possession purchase limits. Instead, the state controls the amount of THC that can be present in medical cannabis products. Only products with a THCS concentration of 1% or less by weight are available to patients in Texas.

No. In fact, Texas explicitly bans the smoking of cannabis. Smokable cannabis products are not available in Texas.

Most public consumption laws are based around smoking or vaping because these forms can expose bystanders to cannabis. Texas doesn't specifically address public consumption since it doesn't allow smoking. Treat your medical marijuana products as you would any other prescription, and keep them away from children. Don't operate heavy machinery while under the influence, and don't give your medicine to other people, even if they're medical marijuana patients as well.

No. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Texas, and smoking or vaping isn't allowed.

Yes, Texans without a medical marijuana recommendation for low-THC products are permitted to purchase and possess CBD products having 0.3% THC or less. This includes smokable products manufactured outside the state of Texas.

You can find a very limited selection of infused foods at dispensaries, like drinks and chocolate bars. Other forms of edibles are allowed, but the program is very young and product selection is limited and based on demand.

Texas does not charge a sales tax on medical marijuana.

No, it is illegal to gift any form of cannabis to any individual, regardless of medical status.

Cannabis products should be sealed in their original container during transport in Texas. It's illegal to consume cannabis while operating a vehicle or be impaired while driving.

Yes, you can, but delivery options are still very limited in Texas, so call your selected dispensary to see if they are offering this option.

This depends on the state to which you’re traveling. Each state has different rules regarding reciprocity, and some don’t allow it at all. Check with your destination state to learn more.

No, Texas law permits only registered patients with a recommendation from a physician registered with the state’s Compassionate Use Program (CUP) to buy low-THC products.

Texas doesn't allow the cultivation of medical marijuana for personal use.

Texas doesn't allow the cultivation of medical marijuana for personal use.

Medical cannabis recommendations are good for up to one year after the date it was issued.

No. According to the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 487, local municipalities may not ban state-licensed cannabis facilities or limit possession of cannabis by registered patients.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is responsible for overseeing the state's medical marijuana program.

If your dispensary is unable to locate your prescription in the system, call your physician. You can also contact the Texas Compassionate Use Program directly.

If you need any other help, you can always reach out to the NuggMD customer service team at support@nuggmd.com or 866-847-7205.

Texas does not allow caregivers other than a parent or legal guardian for those who qualify.

Texas does not have a traditional caregiver program. Instead, the prescribing doctor will enter the parents' or guardians' information into the CURT system so they can pick up prescriptions for minors or those under their care. Be prepared to give the physician the last five digits of your social security number, as this information is required in CURT.

Texas does not have a traditional caregiver program and does not evaluate caregivers. If you're the parent or guardian of an incapacitated patient, the prescribing doctor will enter your information into the CURT system so you can pick up their prescriptions.

Yes, minors with a qualifying condition may become medical cannabis patients in Texas.

A patient's legal guardian is able to pick up their cannabis prescription as long as their doctor registers them in the CURT system.