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Cannabis Doctor in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania passed medical cannabis laws in 2016 when it was signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf. The bill called for non-smokable cannabis products to be sold by state-licensed operators. The marketplace began in February 2018.

On August 1, 2018, the state began allowing the sale of cannabis flower after receiving overwhelming feedback from patients. However, the smoking of flower remains illegal. Instead, patients use a device called a dry herb vaporizer to inhale gently heated vapor from the flower.

In short order, the state's medical cannabis market is regarded as one of the shining examples of America's marketplaces. Patients, by and large, approved the program while sales projections before the launch saw the state becoming a top earner.

Frequently Asked Questions
About Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania

How do I contact Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis program?

Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program 
Pennsylvania Department of Health 
625 Forster St, Harrisburg, PA 171
201-877-724-3258
RA-DHMedMarijuana@pa.gov 
‍https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/programs/Medical%20Marijuana/Pages/Medical%20Marijuana.aspx 

Is there a list of qualified conditions?

Yes. The state’s most recent list of approved conditions include:

• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
• Anxiety disorders
• Autism
  
• Cancer, including remission therapy
  
• Crohn’s disease
  
• Damage to the nervous tissue of the central nervous system (brain-spinal cord) with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity, and other associated neuropathies
  
• Dyskinetic and spastic movement disorders
  
• Epilepsy
  
• Glaucoma
  
• HIV / AIDS
  
• Huntington’s disease
  
• Inflammatory bowel disease
  
• Intractable seizures
  
• Multiple sclerosis
  
• Neurodegenerative diseases
  
• Neuropathies
  
• Opioid use disorder for which conventional therapeutic interventions are contraindicated or ineffective, or for which adjunctive therapy is indicated in combination with primary therapeutic interventions
  
• Parkinson’s disease
  
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
  
• Severe chronic or intractable pain of neuropathic origin or severe chronic or intractable pain
  
• Sickle cell anemia
  
• Terminal illness
  
• Tourette syndrome
  
• Seizure disorders
  

How long does my certification last in Pennsylvania?

Most cards last up to one year. However, a physician could recommend a shorter period.

How much does my Pennsylvania medical marijuana certification cost?

The state charges a $50 fee. This charge is separate from the fee your doctor charges.

Does Pennsylvania offer reduced medical marijuana enrollment fees for people in need?

Patients enrolled in cost assistance programs are eligible for price reductions. Programs listed on the state website are: Medicaid, PACE/PACENET, CHIP, SNAP, WIC.

What types of medical marijuana products are available in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania allows patients and caregivers to purchase topicals, tinctures, capsules, liquid and flower for vaporizing uses only. The sale of edibles is prohibited.

Do I really need a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania?

Yes, a medical cannabis card is required to legally purchase, possess, and consume cannabis in the state.

Can I smoke marijuana in public in Pennsylvania?

No. It is suggested that patients only consume their cannabis in their own homes.

Can I grow my medical marijuana in Pennsylvania?

No, the state requires all cannabis products be purchased from an approved dispensary.

Can I purchase cannabis in Pennsylvania with a card from another state?

No, Pennsylvania does not serve out-of-state licenses.

Do I have to be a resident of Pennsylvania to join the medical marijuana program?

Yes, the state requires applicants to reside in-state.