Questions & Answers About Medicinal Cannabis

If I want to grow medical marijuana outside, is it best to have two or more plants? (I can grow six legally)

I think this is purely up to you. In general, the work for six plants is not six...

What is the application process to obtain a medical cannabis card?

: Patients must first be certified by a registered practitioner. Upon certification,...

Does chronic pain qualify me for medical cannabis in New York?

Yes. Based on the findings of a two-year report on the "Medical Use of Marijuana...

I just received my medical card and noticed that it expires in three months Is this correct. Patient # BD9DCD

If your recommendation expires before 12 months then it seems like the doctor may...

If I am traveling out of state or overseas, can my medical cannabis be shipped to me?

"I live in New York. If I become a medical marijuana patient in New York, can I get...

Can my medical cannabis be mailed or shipped to me within New York State?

No. You or your designated caregiver must pick up the medical cannabis in person...

Does insurance cover medical cannabis in New York?

Unfortunately, no insurance plans in the United States, including Medicare and...

Is there financial assistance from New York State if I cannot afford to get my medical marijuana card?

No, unfortunately there is not financial assistance for the medical marijuana card...

What kinds and amounts of medical cannabis are allowed in New York if I am approved?

The approved cannabis products and routes of administration in New York State are:...

Can you point me to any research that supports medical cannabis use for different conditions?

"I'm in New York and I'm interested in getting my medical marijuana card." A good...

Do you need to show medical records when you are trying to get a New York medical marijuana card?

"Do I need to present medical records to the registered practitioner during my consultation...

Do I have to be a New York resident to get a medical cannabis certification in New York?

Yes, you must be a New York resident to get medical cannabis certification in New...