Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Marijuana Card in Maine

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What Qualifies for a Med Card in Maine?

To qualify for a med card in Maine, you must meet the following medical marijuana qualifications:

1. Adult patients must be at least 18 years old.

2. You must be a resident of Maine with valid state-issued identification.

3. Finally, a medical marijuana doctor in Maine must certify you for medical marijuana.

What are the Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Card in Maine?

As mentioned earlier, there are no qualifying conditions for a medical card in Maine. Often, a Maine MMJ doctor will consider certifying a patient for medical marijuana if they are ailing from:

• A chronic disease that causes severe, debilitating psychiatric disorders.
• Or a chronic illness whose prescription medication could cause psychological or physical dependence.

Below are medical conditions that may qualify for a medical marijuana card in Maine:

• Multiple sclerosis
• Muscle spasms
• Nausea
• Neuropathy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Seizures
• Severe migraine
• Sickle cell anemia
• Spinal cord injury
• Terminal illness

This list is not exhaustive, so if your medical condition does not appear on the above list, you may still qualify for cannabis treatment. Be sure by scheduling an appointment with one of our medical marijuana doctors in Maine and get assessed online for your medical marijuana eligibility.

I Meet the Maine Medical Marijuana Qualifications – What’s Next?

Getting a medical card in Maine is easy because patients can do the entire application process online on their computer or mobile device from home. So, how do you get a medical card in Maine?

1. Complete this information form and create your account with Quick Med Cards.

2. Next, upload your Maine-issued ID or ME driver’s license, plus your medical records.

3. Schedule an online appointment with a medical marijuana doctor in Maine near you.

4. Attend your marijuana evaluation via video call and get certified for medical marijuana.

5. Wait for Quick Med Cards to mail your physical Maine medical marijuana card in 5-7 days.

Which documents must I submit for the Maine medical marijuana card?

When applying for your Maine med card, you must upload the following documents when creating your account with Quick Med Cards:

1. Proof of identity and Maine residency. For example:

• Maine driver’s license
• Maine State identification card

2. Medical records. For example:

• Medical history records
• Current prescriptions
• Physician’s orders
• Nurse’s notes
• Consultation reports
  

(Find out how to obtain your medical records quickly if you have none on hand.)

Key Takeaways

• A marijuana certification from a cannabis doctor in Maine is necessary to access medical marijuana.
• There are no qualifying conditions for a medical card in Maine.