4.7 out of 12k+ reviews
Get approved today for a medical cannabis card in New York, 100% online.
Quick & easy access from the nation’s #1 trusted med card provider.
Mike from CA
Approved for Chronic Pain
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"Great company! A lot of professionalism on every contact. Their customer service is superb, answered all my questions on spot, and made my process quick, easy, and enjoyable. Would totally recommend!"
Johnny A.
1 year ago
"I was a little nervous to talk to a doctor about medical marijuana. Using NuggMD was very easy and they made me feel so comfortable. I highly recommend this service."
Elizabeth S.
1 year ago
"The evaluation was easy to fill out and I was contacted by a doctor within minutes. It made what could have been a complicated process straightforward, highly recommend!"
Linda D.
1 year ago
"As someone with little to no experience applying for a medical card, I can confidently say this company and its doctors really care… I 100% recommend to anyone trying to get their medical card!"
K. B.
7 months ago
"Very nice and hassle free service. Everyone is helpful and the doctor who certified me was professional and caring answered all my questions. I highly recommend this NuggMD. Thank you!!"
Janice S.
1 year ago
"Could not have been an easier process! From online doctor interview to receiving temporary ID card by email, it was so straightforward and quick. So happy I found NuggMD!"
Janet D.
3 months ago
3 simple steps to get approved in New York today.
Tell us about yourself.
Securely sign up, and share a little about yourself. No appointment necessary. Your NuggMD team is available every day from 8am-10pm.
Meet with a licensed cannabis doctor.
Chat via phone or video with a professional clinician near you, all from the comfort of home. Most appointments take 15 mins or less.
Get approved today, online.
Your consultation for medical marijuana in New York is risk free. If you are not approved for any reason, you’ll get your money back. It’s that simple.
Approved or your money back - guaranteed.
Get answers from one of our top doctors.
Making the right decision for your health starts with being informed. Get the answers you’re looking for from Dr. Niazi, or chat with our live support team if you want more answers.
What are New York’s qualifying conditions?
Each state has its own set of “qualifying conditions” for medical cannabis, and some don’t require medical proof that you have it. Take our free quiz to find out if you’re likely to qualify.
The OCM allows a medical practitioner to recommend cannabis for any condition. You might be eligible to use medical marijuana if your certifying practitioner deems that it’s clinically appropriate for you to do so.
Meet your New York med card perks.
Your New York med card unlocks access to medical cannabis products, legal protections, deals near you, and guidance when filing in your state.
Improved accessibility & product limits
New York medical cannabis cardholders have access to more licensed dispensaries than recreational consumers.
Increased legal & job protections
NY med patients receive more legal protections regarding their privacy, access to care, and non-discrimination in employment and housing.
Savings on cannabis & other taxes
In New York, adult-use cannabis products are taxed at 13%, while medical cannabis is taxed at only 3.15%.
Guidance from licensed professionals
Get support from a qualified, NY-licensed practitioner who can answer your healthcare and cannabis questions.
State application filing guidance
We help you file your required approval with the state as the final step to getting access to medical cannabis.
Unlock $300+ in exclusive cannabis deals.
With a med card from NuggMD, unlock access to over $300 in exclusive savings on top brands, products, and accessories.
A plan for every kind of cannabis user.
Lite
$139
Get your medical cannabis approval and unlock at least 9.5% in tax savings. Opt out of $200 in cannabis savings.
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1 Year of Medical Cannabis Coverage -
Board Certified Doctor Consultation
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Online Guide for State Registration
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At least 9.5% Tax Savings on Every Cannabis Purchase
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Personalized Cannabis Ailment Guide -
Save up to 20% on cannabis at top dispensaries
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Save an average of $290 at top accessory brands including Gpen and Stundenglass*
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Standard
$159
Get your medical cannabis approval and unlock at least 9.5% in tax savings. Plus, save up to 20% on cannabis.*
Includes
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1 Year of Medical Cannabis Coverage
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Board Certified Doctor Consultation
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Online Guide for State Registration
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At least 9.5% Tax Savings on Every Cannabis Purchase
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Personalized Cannabis Ailment Guide
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Save up to 20% on cannabis at top dispensaries
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Save an average of $290 at top accessory brands including Gpen and Stundenglass*
Pro
$189
Get your medical cannabis approval and unlock at least 9.5% in tax savings. Plus, save up to 20% on cannabis and $290 on top accessories.*
Includes
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1 Year of Medical Cannabis Coverage
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Board Certified Doctor Consultation
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Online Guide for State Registration
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At least 9.5% Tax Savings on Every Cannabis Purchase
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Personalized Cannabis Ailment Guide
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Save up to 20% on cannabis at top dispensaries
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Save an average of $290 at top accessory brands including Gpen and Stundenglass*
*Tax savings based on medical tax rates vs recreational tax rates in your state. Your specific region, city, or county may increase these savings. Cannabis and accessory savings based on average ticket item per qualifying brand.
What to expect after you’re approved.
You’ll have full access to our patient portal, where you can view your rec, get state filing support, explore deals, dosing plans, and more. At NuggMD, you’re getting more than a med card.
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We’re on a mission to help you find relief through cannabis.
At NuggMD, our mission is to free people from their ailments with a personalized path to cannabis relief. We’re proud to be the leading medical card provider, and are continuing to pioneer new, patient-focused paths to relief.
Frequently asked. Frequently answered.
New York used to have a list of qualifying conditions. This list was eliminated when regulations were changed in response to recreational legalization. Now, a patient can receive certification for medical marijuana so long as their certifying physician decides that medical marijuana is appropriate for their condition.
New York allows physicians to decide if medical cannabis is an appropriate treatment for a patient’s condition.
Common qualifying conditions for medical marijuana in New York include but aren’t limited to:
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Cancer
- Chronic pain
- Eating disorders
- Epilepsy
- HIV/AIDS
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Migraines
- PTSD
You don’t have to have a specific qualifying condition to qualify for medical marijuana in New York. This decision is now entirely up to your physician.
New York medical marijuana cardholders receive many benefits that recreational users don’t get! Medical marijuana is taxed at a lower rate than recreational cannabis. Registered patients also receive better legal protections, including rental protections that don’t exist for recreational cannabis users.
New York does not charge a state registration fee to access medical cannabis. Patients are only responsible for the cost of a state-required medical evaluation, available through NuggMD at $139 with no risk to you: you’re approved or you get a full refund.
Since medical cannabis hasn’t been legalized on the federal level, most health insurance companies won’t cover medical marijuana products. This will likely change in the future once the federal government finally legalizes cannabis.
Plastic registry ID cards are no longer being produced. Instead, you’ll be automatically registered with the state when you are certified, and your Patient Certification will contain your registry ID.
At NuggMD, approved patients are registered with the state within 24-48 hours.
Of course! You have the right to see any physician you choose for your medical marijuana re-evaluation. Per New York law, your evaluating physician must be an MD or DO who has taken the Department’s required training and received approval to recommend cannabis. All NuggMD practitioners are licensed in the state for which they provide evaluations and have acquired all state-required cannabis training and certifications.
With NuggMD, if you’re not approved get your money back, automatically. We believe everyone deserves access to a qualified medical cannabis doctor, and the cost of an evaluation shouldn’t be a barrier.
If you’re not approved for your medical marijuana certification, 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.
Once you’ve been approved and issued your certification, 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. If any issues arise, please feel free to reach back out for further assistance.
New York’s recreational cannabis sales got off to a rocky start, with illicit shops greatly outnumbering licensed dispensaries. Thankfully, medical cannabis patients have access to a greater number of state-licensed dispensaries, ensuring higher quality, lab-tested products. Here are two New York dispensaries serving medical card holders. Or browse a complete list of New York dispensaries.
MedMen
433 5th Ave, New York, NY
(646) 846 5551
RISE
1675 US-9, Clifton Park, NY
(518) 373-4147
New York only accepts valid New York State medical cards for the purchase of medical cannabis products in the state. Each state has different rules regarding reciprocity, so your NY med card may be valid while traveling, depending on the state you are visiting. It is always illegal to transport cannabis products across state lines, regardless of your status as a medical cannabis patient.
No. Patients must provide a New York driver’s license or non-driver ID to apply for the medical cannabis program. Caregivers are allowed to use an ID from another state, but not patients. Additionally, patients are required to provide proof of residence along with their New York state-issued ID. For a complete list of documents needed for a New York medical marijuana card, see the Office of Cannabis Management’s acceptable proofs and documents list.