How To Get A Med Card In Az

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How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Arizona

1BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Schedule an appointment on our platform to see a doctor through Veriheal at a time that is most convenient for you. In order to get approved you will need medical records related to your condition and you can upload them when you create your account. You will also need a current Arizona Driver License or ID Card, and to forward us a signed Patient Attestation Form.

Do not hesitate to reach out if you need assistance with getting an appointment set. Our team would be more than happy to help.

2CONSULT WITH A MMJ DOCTOR

You'll consult with a doctor for 10-15 minutes to evaluate your ailments, and ask any questions you may have about your medical marijuana treatment. Once your consultation begins, you will go over your condition. If you are approved, the doctor will register you with the state of Arizona. You will then be able to pay your $150 patient fee to the state.

Every patient will need to prove Arizona residency for their application to be accepted by the state of AZ.

3GET APPROVED

Once your application and doctor recommendation are all submitted the day of your appointment, then you're complete with the process. The state will review the information and email you a digital Arizona Medical Marijuana Card (in pdf form) within 14 days. Once you receive your digital AZ MMJ Card, then you can legally begin purchasing medical marijuana in Arizona at any dispensary near you!

All Arizona patients will need to be re-certified every other year (2 years) by a licensed physician. Veriheal will get in touch with you when your certification is approaching its expiration to help you setup a renewal consultation.

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Just So You Know...

You can book a combo consultation with a friend or family member and you EACH get $10 off your appointment.
If you are not approved for medical cannabis by a doctor for whatever reason, we issue a refund in FULL.
Your recommendation is valid for 2 years in Arizona and you will need to re-certify your license with another appointment when it expires.

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About Marijuana Laws and Legalization in Arizona

Arizona has come a long way since legalizing medicinal cannabis in the Grand Canyon State in 2010 after Proposition 203, the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act, passed. Almost a decade later, the state began streamlining the application process electronically after passing SB1494 in 2019, making marijuana identification registry cards available online, as well as seeking out dispensaries.

The email card that replaces the old school hard card, which can still be printed and laminated for use, makes checking in at dispensaries quick and easy, with patients simply showing it on their phone screen. However, this is just one facet of how seriously the state of Arizona takes its medical cannabis program, growing leaps and bounds since it started.

AZ Marijuana reports that the southwestern state sells up to 190,000 lbs. of medical marijuana annually. "In May 2020, cannabis sales in Arizona's medical marijuana dispensaries reached $93 million, growing seven percent from April," reports the cannabis news source. "There are currently over 245,000 registered medical marijuana patients in Arizona and patient cards are valid for 2 years."

Arizona announced in August 2020 that citizens will be able to answer whether or not they would like to see recreational cannabis use permitted in the state.

On November 4, 2020, voters in Arizona approved Proposition 207—the Smart and Safe Arizona Act—a ballot measure that legalizes recreational marijuana possession of up to one ounce for adults 21 and older. The measure passed by a majority of 59%. The law went into effect on November 30, 2020, and allows individuals to possess and grow up to six cannabis plants. The state has also begun to set up a recreational marijuana sales licensing system for medical cannabis dispensaries that are already operating in the state. Recreational cannabis sales could begin as soon as March 2021.

Proposition 207 will allow people with previous marijuana convictions, such as a felony possession charge, to have their records expunged by the courts.

Another exciting detail of this Act is the establishment of a Social Equity Ownership Program (SEOP). SEOP are programs enacted to address the impact of the inequality of marginalized groups when it comes to cannabis by allowing claims to licenses before the rest of the general population. The SEOP program, administered by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), will define who can qualify for the program and how qualified applicants can get a license to sell cannabis. The ADHS will have 6 months after the rules are finalized to issue the cannabis establishment licenses.

Qualifying Patient Conditions in Arizona

The Arizona Department of Health Services delivers all medical cannabis license facts in great detail, giving qualifying patients all the needed information to apply and receive a registration card by email. Before applying for a medical cannabis license, Arizona residents must be referred by a physician who has diagnosed them with a qualifying condition.

The Arizona Legislature details exactly which disorders certify citizens to obtain a medical license. The conditions and medical issues include:

Alzheimer's disease
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/Lou Gehrig's Disease
Cachexia or wasting syndrome
Cancer
Crohn's disease
Glaucoma
HIV/AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome)
Hepatitis C
Severe pain
Seizures characteristic of epilepsy
Muscle spasms characteristic of multiple sclerosis
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

*As of 2021 Anxiety is not a qualifying condition for medical marijuana.

Medical Marijuana Registration Process and Cost

Once a Veriheal provided physician diagnoses a patient with a qualifying condition and fills out the physician certification form, applying for an Arizona medical cannabis license is a simple process, beginning with filling out the ADHS Individual Licensing Portal. You will need to provide a valid driver's license or Arizona state ID to prove you're a resident.

The cost to register and receive a medical license in the state is $150 for the initial card and $150 for renewal every two years. However, the state offers a discount for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program patients, only charging $75 for the license. Minor patients must pay $350 for an application, which includes a caregiver, and a caregiver application is an additional $200 for adult patients.

The Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) will approve or deny your application within 10 days of receiving your complete application.

Caregiver Qualifications and Registration

Becoming an Arizona Designated Caregiver is as simple as filling out an application online. The state of Arizona demands that caregivers, who have never been convicted of a felony, be a designated assistant who is at least 21 years old. Before becoming someone's caregiver, the caregiver's qualified patient must already be certified as a licensee by the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS).

ADHS provides a Designated Caregiver Checklist online and requires that the applicant provide proof of residence in Arizona. Review the checklist to be sure you have all of the required supporting documentation. For example, you will need the patient's application ID number and additional information. The prospective caregiver must also fill out the Medical Marijuana Caregiver Attestation Form provided online by ADHS.

The state suggests that before completing the online form caregivers should check off all boxes in the application checklist , as well as submit fingerprints to ADHS . ADHS also requires that caregivers complete a compulsory criminal background check. Custodial parents or legal guardians are required for patients under the age of 18-years-old. A caregiver can assist up to five patients at a time under one license. Lastly, the ADHS requires a $150 identification card fee. The card expires every year, and a renewal application must be submitted at least 30 days before expiration. Fees for the application are non-refundable; you will be alerted via email if your application is accepted or if you need to resubmit.

Possession and Cultivation of Medical Marijuana in Arizona

The amount of cannabis for medical use that both a patient and caregiver are allowed to possess is 2.5 ounces every two weeks. Arizona law makes it very clear what the guidelines surrounding cultivation entail, noting "If the designated caregiver's registry identification card provides that the designated caregiver is authorized to cultivate marijuana, twelve marijuana plants contained in an enclosed, locked facility, except that the plants are not required to be in an enclosed, locked facility if the plants are being transported because the designated caregiver is moving." As of July 2020, Arizona made new cannabis cultivation leases available, to encourage further growth and distribution of cannabis.

Under the current Arizona law, you can only grow your own cannabis under two circumstances: first, patients with medical marijuana can grow up to 12 crops on their own if they do not have a dispensary within 25 miles of their homes. Secondly, crops must be cultivated in an "enclosed, closed building," which is defined by law as a "cabinet, room, greenhouse or other enclosed area fitted with locks or safety systems that only allow access by a cardholder." By law, you will also need ADHS to designate you as a medical marijuana grower.

For one to five medical marijuana patients, ADHS-designated caregivers can also grow medical marijuana. You need to be 21 years of age or older to be a caregiver, agree to help up to five patients with medical marijuana, and have no prior drug felonies.

As of November 2020 Arizona marijuana laws have been updated to allow cultivation of up to 6 plants at an individual's primary residence and 12 plants at a residence where two or more individuals who are at least 21 years old reside at one time.. Recreational marijuana users would also have to comply with the same limitations as medical marijuana growers, growing only in an enclosed, locked facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be a resident of Arizona to attain a medical marijuana license?

Yes. To be approved for a medical cannabis license in the state of Arizona, an applicant must provide either a state driver's license or identification card to prove they live at a specific address.

How do I qualify to apply for a medical marijuana card in Arizona?

Any applicant must be an Arizona resident who holds a valid driver's license or state identification card and is at least 18-years-old with a qualifying medical condition. Veriheal can assist with setting up an appointment to speak with a medical marijuana doctor in Arizona.

How can I find a registered marijuana physician in Arizona?

Veriheal can provide a registered medical marijuana doctor for you. You cannot use your own primary care physician unless they are registered with the ADHS. So to save you time we have our own network of Arizona physicians ready to see you.

How long does it take to get a medical card in Arizona?

Your initial consultation with an Arizona physician can take 15 minutes. Then submitting your application for review to finally being accepted and receiving your card can take up to 10 days. The wait time can be shorter if you receive your digital card via email.

Once I get my card, what type of medicine can I buy from Arizona dispensaries?

Arizona allows card-holding patients to purchase all types of medicinal cannabis. Once you attain a card, you can purchase dry flowers, tinctures, oils, concentrates, topicals, and edibles. Also by shopping in medical dispensaries you avoid the 16% excise tax placed on recreational cannabis products.

How much does the consultation with Veriheal Arizona cost?

The cost for the medical marijuana evaluation and approval is $199. Once an applicant is approved by the doctor, there is a state registration fee of $150 for an Arizona medical marijuana card.

Where are the dispensaries in Arizona? Is there a dispensary near me?

There are dozens of dispensaries throughout the state ready to serve you. To find a dispensary near you, search here.

Places to Visit in Arizona After Enjoying Your Medicine

Travelers from all over the world flock to the Grand Canyon State to see some of the Earth's greatest chasms carved by the Colorado River. Once considered a holy site by the Pueblo tribe, the Grand Canyon is a definite bucket list visit on the road of life. Aside from this national treasure, Arizona is host to a few culture-filled cities including the state capital of Phoenix, Tuscan, and Sedona. Smaller cities that offer dozens of a.m. and p.m. adventures also include Flagstaff, Mesa, and Tempe. With endless possibilities including visiting historic mining ghost towns, visiting botanical gardens and waterfalls, or simply soaking up the heat in the Sedona desert, Arizona has some awesome stops that can be enjoyed when visiting a dispensary.

The Grand Canyon

Walls and inner rims of layered red rock make up the Grand Canyon, one of Earth's most awesome sites, which is approximately 277 miles long, one mile deep and up to 18 miles wide. The vastness and beauty of the canyon draws six million tourists a year, who come to soak up Mother Nature. While walking and hiking the canyon, visitors also have the option to take a mule ride or see the site while water-water rafting.

Cathedral Rock

A natural sandstone butte, Cathedral Rock in Sedona is a sight to be seen. The Cathedral Rock Trail takes visitors up and down the rock formations in about two hours, revealing hundreds of years of geological history. Full Moon hikes and guided naturalist tours are available at the site, which hosts desert hiking, picnicking, and mountain biking. f

Saguaro National Park

Named for the large Saguaro cactus, this southern Arizona national park boasts beauty and dozens of things to do as it sits on either side of Tucson. There is more to do than just walk the park. The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Old Tucson Movie Set Theme Park, and hiking up Rincon Mountain are other site attractions enjoyed in the southern Arizona region. After visiting a dispensary and enjoying the park for the afternoon, end the day trip in Tucson for an evening of fun.

Data Last Updated 11/09/2021

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