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How to Get a PA Medical Marijuana Card

These are the steps to get an online medical marijuana card in PA with the help of Leafy DOC:

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Book Your Appointment

Skip the wait at the doctor’s office and schedule your evaluation from the comfort and convenience of your home. Submit an intake form with a few personal details and a summary of your medical history; then, we’ll help you book an on-demand telehealth appointment or schedule a convenient time for later.

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Match With a Licensed Marijuana Doctor

Connect with the right doctor in minutes and easily chat with your provider on a smartphone, computer, or tablet via phone call or video. Our licensed physicians will evaluate your qualifying condition, address your questions and concerns, and then provide a recommendation for medical cannabis via email within two business days.

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Register with the PA Department of Health

A person must first be registered online at the Department of Health’s portal to administer medical marijuana or participate in the Medical Marijuana Program.  Register as a patient or caregiver at www.medicalmarijuana.pa.gov.

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Get Your Pennsylvania Medical Card

After the State approves your registration, they will email you a temporary patient ID card and a physical card within ten business days. Once you have the PA medical marijuana card, you can visit Pennsylvania dispensaries and purchase medicinal cannabis products.

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We’re here to help! At Leafy DOC, we believe that access to medical cannabis is essential; we connect medical marijuana patients with one of the licensed medical marijuana doctors online for patient evaluations. A certified health professional is ready to help with the medical marijuana certification.

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I called for an appointment yesterday and I am set up today! I am so glad I did not believe all these negative reviews, I had such a great experience! My questions were answered in 20 minutes. I did not get my call right away, but it was because I did not READ THE INSTUCTIONS in the e-mail I received. I called and left a message. I received a return call in less than 10 minutes and they told me what to do. Once I completed my intake form, the provider called and the rest is history.
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The process was simple. Made an appointment to talk to a Dr., the doctor called at exactly the time they specified. I explained my needs and why I needed a MM card. I got an email shortly after in which I had to upload specific documents and less than a week later my MM card came in the mail.
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CANNABIS IN PENNSYLVANIA – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Pennsylvania Marijuana Laws

  • Marijuana is a Schedule I drug in the State of Pennsylvania 
  • Federally, cannabis is still considered a Schedule I Controlled Substance
  • Possession of 30 grams or less of flower or eight grams or less of hashish is a misdemeanor punishable by 30 days in jail or a 500 USD fine
  • Distribution of 30g or less of marijuana without compensation is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 30 days in prison and a fine of up to 500 USD. 
  • The sale of more than 30 grams is a felony punishable by 2.5 – 5 years in jail and a 15,000 USD fine for a first offense. And between 20 years and life imprisonment. 
  • Possessing or selling paraphernalia is a misdemeanor punishable with a maximum of 6 – 12 months incarceration and a fine of not more than 2,500 USD. 
  • Growing marijuana, even with no intention of selling it, is a felony and is punishable by 2.5 to 5 years in prison and 15,000 USD in fines. The Pennsylvania Sentencing Guidelines state that possession with intent to deliver less than ten plants is a felony.

Marijuana was legalized for medical use in Pennsylvania on April 17, 2016, but the state has not legalized recreational use since October 2022. Despite this, the Cities of Philadelphia and Pittsburgh have decriminalized possession of up to one ounce of marijuana.

The Medical Marijuana Act authorized the legalization of medical marijuana when Governor Tom Wolf signed Senate Bill 3 into law. The Act allows registered patients in Pennsylvania to use medical marijuana with a physician’s approval to treat any qualifying medical conditions listed in the bill. While minors with serious medical conditions can also use medical marijuana for treatment, they cannot directly obtain it from dispensaries.

Cannabis Policy Reform Timeline

  • 2016: Governor Wolf signed Senate Bill 3, legalizing cannabis for medical use for patients under seventeen qualifying conditions.
  • 2017: Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee urges the Democratic Party to support a cannabis legalization bill
  • 2018: House Bill 163 is passed with the slogan “Smoke a Joint, Lose Your License.” This law ensures that anyone caught possessing illegal drugs will lose their driver’s license for six months.  
  • 2019 and 2020: Governor Wolf urges Senate and House to reconsider the cannabis legalization bill for economic purposes. 
  • 2021: Improvements were made to the PA medical marijuana program
  • 2022: Legislation is pending to decriminalize cannabis statewide

Possession Limits in PA

  • Possession is not allowed recreationally; a 30-day supply is allowed for medical patients, but they can not refill the prescription until the last seven days each month

Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Patients with the following conditions to get a PA medical card:
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Autism
  • Cancer, including remission therapy
  • Crohn’s disease
  • Damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with an objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity; damage to the central nervous system
  • Epilepsy
  • Glaucoma
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Huntington’s disease
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Intractable seizures
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • 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 in which conventional therapeutic intervention and opiate therapy is contraindicated or ineffective
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Terminal illness

No. The State of Pennsylvania does not accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards.

That depends on the State you visit; some states accept out-of-state MMJ cards while others do not. We recommend checking local medical cannabis rules and regulations before traveling.

Residents with a Pennsylvania medical cannabis card, nor those with a medical marijuana caregiver card, are not allowed to cultivate marijuana at home.

Pennsylvania does not specify where medical cannabis can be used; however, smoking is prohibited statewide, and recreational use is illegal.

Helping you apply for a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card

Our Mission at Leafy DOC is to provide a seamless customer experience, educate people about cannabis, and ultimately help people get an MMJ card quickly and efficiently.

We put our best efforts towards getting you legal access to cannabis products by providing health consultation and an appointment to get your medical marijuana card online.

Our team is here every step of the way to help you learn about cannabis and its medical benefits for your body and mind.

Pennsylvania law requires all qualified residents to obtain a patient certification with the State before being allowed medical marijuana use.
Patient ID card Requirements are as follows: 
  • A Pennsylvania medical marijuana patient must be 18 or older to visit a medical marijuana dispensary.
  • Only those who can prove PA residency can apply for a patient id number and a license for Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program (valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, Government ID)
  • A Pennsylvania resident must also have medical history showing a diagnosis that qualifies a doctor to recommend them as a patient that can legally obtain medical marijuana.

Designated caregivers can purchase medical cannabis at an authorized clinic and possess, transport, and administer it to patients. The Pennsylvania caregivers application process includes:

  • Apply for the program through the State’s Registry of Patients and Caregivers.
  • Provide a Pennsylvania driver’s permit or an identification card with a present address to prove Pennsylvania residency.
  • Complete a criminal history background check.
  • Pay a 50 USD registration fee for a medical marijuana identification card.

In Pennsylvania, the possession limits for medical marijuana patients depend on the form of medical marijuana that they are using and what was prescribed by approved medical marijuana practitioners.

For dry leaf/flower, patients may possess up to a 90-day supply of a maximum of 3 ounces. For concentrates, patients may possess up to a 90-day supply, which is a maximum of 1,500 mg of THC. For other medical marijuana, such as tinctures, capsules, or topicals, patients may possess up to a 90-day supply, as determined by the recommending physician.

Yes. Anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder, are considered qualifying conditions.

Yes, Pennsylvania has laws prohibiting driving under the influence of marijuana, including for medical use. The legal limit for THC (the psychoactive compound in marijuana) in the blood while driving is one nanogram per milliliter of blood.

Suppose a police officer suspects a driver is under the influence of marijuana. In that case, they may administer a field sobriety test or request that the driver take a blood test to determine their THC levels. If the driver’s THC levels exceed the legal limit, they may be charged with driving under the influence (DUI).

Vaping medical marijuana products containing marijuana’s constituent chemicals, like high-inducing THC, is permitted under Pennsylvania’s medical program for patients who qualify for and get a prescription card.

No, it is not legal to own a firearm and use medical marijuana in Pennsylvania, even if you have a valid medical marijuana card. The federal government classifies marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance, and federal law prohibits individuals who use marijuana from purchasing or possessing firearms.

When purchasing a firearm, a buyer must fill out a form from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) that asks if they are an unlawful user of, or addicted to, any controlled substance. This includes marijuana, regardless of whether it is legal for medical or recreational use in the state.

Additionally, Pennsylvania law prohibits individuals from carrying a firearm while under the influence of any controlled substance, including marijuana. If you have used medical marijuana and carry a firearm, you may be subject to criminal charges.

If your Pennsylvania medical marijuana card application is denied, you will receive a written notice from the Pennsylvania Department of Health explaining why your application was denied. The notice will also provide instructions on how to appeal the decision.

If you wish to appeal the decision, you must do so within 30 days of receiving the denial notice. You can file an appeal online through the Medical Marijuana Registry website or submit a written appeal to the Department of Health.

In your appeal, you should explain why you believe you meet the criteria for a medical marijuana card and provide any additional documentation or information that supports your case. You may also schedule an appointment with a certified medical marijuana physician to discuss your case and provide additional medical documentation.

The Department of Health will review your appeal and any additional information you provide and decide. If your appeal is granted, you will receive your medical marijuana card. If your appeal is denied, you may file a second appeal within 30 days of the decision. If you are not approved, Leafy DOC will provide a refund.

Yes. According to the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program, chronic pain that is severe, intractable, or chronic and debilitating qualifies as a medical condition.

Once registered for the Pennsylvania Medical Cannabis program and received your medical marijuana ID card, you may wonder what’s next. There are a few ways to obtain legal, medical marijuana in PA as a qualified patient.

Pennsylvania offers delivery, pick-up, and more from licensed dispensaries nationwide. Most Pennsylvania dispensaries offer a wide variety of medical cannabis products to choose from, including:

  • Dry Leaf Flower
  • Capsules
  • Tinctures
  • Extracts
  • Topical Creams
  • Patches

To renew your Pennsylvania medical marijuana card, you must follow the same process you used when you first applied for your card. This includes visiting a certified medical marijuana physician and having them certify that you have a qualifying condition for medical marijuana treatment. The Pennsylvania MMJ cards last one year.

Once you have been certified by a physician, you must log into the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Medical Marijuana Registry website and complete the PA MMJ renewal application. You must provide updated information, such as your current address, medical information, and any changes to your caregiver information.

There is a fee to renew your Pennsylvania medical marijuana card, which is currently $50. The fee may be waived for individuals who participate in certain state assistance programs. You can pay the fee online through the Medical Marijuana Registry website.

You should submit your renewal application at least 30 days before your current card expires to ensure you have enough time to receive your new card before the old one expires.

Visit These Pennsylvania Hotspots After Getting Your Medical Card

Philadelphia

Philadelphia is known as the City of Brotherly Love, but also famous for its rich American history and the best Philly cheesesteaks in the country. The Philadelphia Museum of Art boasts an excellent collection of artwork and features the infamous steps where Rocky trained during filming.

Within Independence National Historical Park, you’ll find Independence Hall, the cracked Liberty Bell, and the original U.S. Constitution. And, of course, you can’t miss a cheesesteak from Pat’s in South Philly.

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Bushkill Falls

The waterfalls are breathtaking at Bushkill Falls, located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains. Eight waterfalls are accessible via several hiking trails and stunning connecting bridges.

The Green Trail takes around fifteen-twenty minutes and offers a quick trek to the central falls. The Red Trail is a more strenuous, two-hour path that includes all eight waterfalls.

Gettysburg

The Battle of Gettysburg was the most significant battle fought in the Civil War, and there is a national park to commemorate the historical site. In July 1863, three days of fighting resulted in the retreat of the Confederate Army and the beginning of the war’s end.

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Philadelphia museum of art

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest and most renowned art museums in the United States, located in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1876, the museum is home to a vast collection of over 240,000 works of art spanning a range of cultures and periods, including American, European, Asian, and African art.

The museum’s impressive collection includes masterpieces by some of the world’s most famous artists, such as Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dali, and Rembrandt. Visitors can also explore the museum’s many galleries, which feature everything from ancient Egyptian artifacts and medieval armor to contemporary paintings and sculptures. In addition to its extensive collection, the Philadelphia Museum of Art is also known for its iconic steps, which were famously featured in the movie “Rocky” and have become a popular tourist attraction in their own right. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is the ideal destination for art lovers and cultural enthusiasts.

Hersheypark

Hersheypark is a popular amusement park in Hershey, Pennsylvania, one of the top family-friendly destinations in the United States. Founded in 1907 by chocolate magnate Milton S. Hershey, the park has grown to include over 70 attractions, including roller coasters, water rides, and family-friendly attractions.

The park is known for its wide range of thrilling rides, including the classic wooden coaster, the Comet, and the heart-pumping Skyrush, which features a 200-foot drop and speeds up to 75 miles per hour. Hersheypark is also home to an extensive water park, The Boardwalk, which includes multiple water slides, a wave pool, and a lazy river.

In addition to its many rides and attractions, Hersheypark is a hub for entertainment, with multiple shows and performances throughout the day. Visitors can also enjoy delicious Hershey’s chocolate treats, including freshly baked cookies, milkshakes, and more. Hersheypark is a must-visit destination for families looking for fun, excitement, and plenty of sweet treats.

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