Who Qualifies for Medical Marijuana in Louisiana?
Reviewed by Dr. Shatha Atiya, PsyD. Updated August 13, 2026
You can get medical marijuana for clinically diagnosed condition in Louisiana as long as a cannabis doctor in the state believes it could benefit you. But there is more to know.
By the end of this page, you will have the answers to these questions:
- What conditions may qualify for medical marijuana in Louisiana?
- Am I eligible for medical marijuana in Louisiana?
- What are the Louisiana medical marijuana requirements?
While you can get medical marijuana for clinically diagnosed condition at the discretion of a cannabis doctor, Louisiana still has a list of qualifying conditions. Read on to explore the conditions on the list. Plus, find out whether you are eligible. We have sourced all the information on this page from the official Louisiana Department of Health website. So you can trust you are getting the most accurate and recent updates.
The Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Card in Louisiana
Louisiana law specifically identifies the following debilitating medical conditions that may qualify for medical marijuana. An authorized Louisiana clinician may also recommend medical marijuana for another clinically diagnosed condition they consider debilitating and are qualified through their education and training to treat.
Conditions specifically named in Louisiana law include:
- Cancer
- Glaucoma
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Huntington’s disease
- Lewy body dementia
- Motor neuron disease
- Parkinson’s disease
- Spinal muscular atrophy
- HIV/AIDS
- Cachexia or wasting syndrome
- Seizure disorders
- Epilepsy
- Spasticity
- Severe muscle spasms
- Intractable pain
- Crohn’s disease
- Muscular dystrophy
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Certain severe autism-related behaviors
- Traumatic brain injury
- A concussion diagnosed by an authorized clinician
- Chronic pain associated with fibromyalgia
- Chronic pain associated with sickle cell disease
- Any condition for which you receive hospice or palliative care
- Any other clinically diagnosed condition that an authorized clinician considers debilitating and is qualified to treat
For patients under 18 seeking medical marijuana for an autism-related condition, the authorized clinician must consult a pediatric subspecialist before issuing a recommendation.
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Louisiana Medical Marijuana Requirements – Am I Eligible?
You may be eligible for medical marijuana in Louisiana if you meet the following requirements:
- You are a Louisiana resident or qualify as a visiting patient under Louisiana law.
- You have a medical marijuana recommendation from a licensed marijuana doctor.
If you are under 18, you may still qualify with the involvement of a parent or caregiver. For autism-related conditions, the authorized clinician must consult a pediatric subspecialist before issuing a recommendation.
I Meet the Louisiana Medical Marijuana Requirements – What’s Next?
Once you confirm that you meet all the Louisiana medical marijuana requirements, here is how to get your medical marijuana recommendation online:
- Schedule an online appointment with one of our licensed medical marijuana doctors in Louisiana near you
- Attend your marijuana evaluation via video call
- If approved, your clinician will send your recommendation directly to your selected Louisiana dispensary.
- Purchase medical marijuana after the dispensary processes your recommendation.
Find out more about the Louisiana Medical Marijuana Program.
What Documents Do I Need for a Louisiana Medical Marijuana Evaluation?
You need to upload the following documents when creating your account with us:
- A valid government-issued photo ID
- Proof of Louisiana residency, if applicable
- Medical records (optional but recommended to help your clinician evaluate your condition)
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Key Takeaways
- A Louisiana medical marijuana doctor must issue you with a marijuana recommendation before you can access medical cannabis.
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Louisiana residents and eligible visiting patients may qualify.
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You can get medical marijuana for a clinically diagnosed condition if a cannabis doctor believes it will benefit your health.
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Common Questions about Who Qualifies for Medical Marijuana in Louisiana
Below are answers to questions about who qualifies for medical marijuana in Louisiana.
Who qualifies for medical marijuana in Louisiana?
You may qualify for medical marijuana in Louisiana if you meet the following criteria:
- Have a qualifying condition: You must have a clinically diagnosed medical condition that a licensed marijuana doctor considers debilitating and is qualified to treat.
- Be a resident or eligible visitor: You must be a Louisiana resident consulting with a licensed marijuana doctor, or an eligible out-of-state patient visiting Louisiana.
- Have a caregiver if under 18: If the patient is a minor, a parent or caregiver must be involved in the qualification process.
Does chronic pain qualify me for medical cannabis in Louisiana?
Chronic pain may qualify for medical marijuana in Louisiana. State law specifically lists intractable pain and chronic pain associated with fibromyalgia or sickle cell disease.
Other clinically diagnosed chronic pain conditions may also qualify if a licensed medical doctor considers the condition debilitating and is qualified to treat it.
How do I meet the medical marijuana eligibility requirements in Louisiana?
To qualify for medical marijuana in Louisiana, you must have a medical marijuana recommendation from a licensed marijuana doctor.
You should also be a Louisiana resident or qualify as a visiting patient under Louisiana law. Patients under 18 may qualify with the involvement of a parent or caregiver.
Do I have to be a resident of Louisiana to attain a medical marijuana card?
No. Louisiana residents may qualify through a licensed marijuana doctor.
Certain visiting qualifying patients with a valid out-of-state medical marijuana card or equivalent credential may also access Louisiana’s medical marijuana program under state law.