How To Get A Medical Marijuana Card In Kentucky [2021 Update]
KY – A marijuana card, or MedCard is a state issued ID card. As a resident of the state, this will guide you through the process on how to get a medical marijuana card in Kentucky:
Kentucky – On feb 20th the house of representatives passed a medical cannabis bill. The bill now moves to the senate and the the governor is a supporter. Fingers crossed!
Qualifying Conditions for Legal Medical Marijuana in Kentuky
What are the Qualifying Debilitating Conditions Required to Receive Medical Marijuana in Kentucky?
- To Be Determined
Below are examples of Qualified Conditions in other states that may qualify patients in KY when medical marijuana is approved.
- Cancer
- Glaucoma
- Positive status for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
- Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
- Hepatitis C
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Muscular dystrophy
- Crohn’s disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Spinal cord injury or disease
- Traumatic brain injury
- Epilepsy
- Lupus
- Parkinson’s disease
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- A severely debilitating or terminal medical condition or its treatment that has produced at least one of the following:
- Elevated intraocular pressure
- Cachexia
- Chemotherapy
- Anorexia
- Wasting syndrome
- Severe pain that has not responded to previously prescribed medication or surgical measures or for which other treatment options produced serious side effects, constant or severe nausea, moderate to severe vomiting, seizures, or severe, persistent muscle spasms
- Moderate to severe chronic pain.
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
How Much Does a Kentucky Medical Card Cost To Get From The State?
- To Be Determined
How much does a Recommending Marijuana Doctor in Kentucky Cost?
- Average visits to recommending marijuana doctors in other states vary. Typically between 150-300 for an initial visit & 100-200 for follow up visits.
How often do I have to see my Doctor?
- To Be Determined
How Long Is a Kentucky Marijuana Card Good?
- To Be Determined, however in most states medical cards are valid for 1 year.
My Kentucky Medical Marijuana Card has Expired. How to get a Renewal?
- To Be Determined
Once I have my Kentucky MMJ card, where can I buy marijuana?
- Medical marijuana is typically purchased at Medical Dispensaries. Several states now actively have recreational dispensaries as well.
Once I have my KY MMJ card, can I grow my own marijuana?
- To Be Determined
What do I need to do if I change my address or other information changes?
- To Be Determined
Where can I find a marijuana doctor near me in KY
- There currently are no med marijuana doctors in Kentucky.
Q&A
Other Important Information About Marijuana In Kentucky
What is the difference between CBD & THC?
- Psychoactive Vs. Non-Psychoactive. THC creates a euphoric effect due to the way it connects to the bodies endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system has been recently recognized as an important modulatory system in the function of brain, endocrine, and immune tissues. Cannabidiol, or CBD reacts differently and is used with patients that require or prefer non euphoric care.
Will CBD or Hemp oil get me high?
- No
I see CBD Oils, Edibles, Creams, & Gummies for sale online, in commercials and signs at shops around town, is CBD Oil legal in Kentucky?
- Hemp CBD oil which is derived from the hemp plant is legal throughout the United States. The cannabis derived low-THC high-CBD Medicines are only legal in states with an approved medical marijuana program.
Is CBD for Pets really a thing?
- Yes, CBD for Dogs, CBD for Cats, and CBD for pets in general is becoming a popular treatment for caring for pets that have arthritis, chronic pain and other ailments. The efficacy and safety of CBD for dogs, cats, and other pets have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The FDA only evaluates foods and drugs, not supplements like these products.
Where can I get CBD for pets?
- You can find CBD for pets some pet stores, retail and at holistic shops.
- Buy CBD for pets online.
I Recently Read An Article That Recreational Weed Was Legal In Kentucky, Is This True?
- No. Recreational Marijuana and Recreational Dispensaries Are NOT LEGAL in Kentucky – The Article was Fake News.
Are THC Infused edibles allowed in KY?
- Marijuana edibles, or cannabis in any form is not legal in the state.
How Much Should I consume?
- We do not give medical advice. You should always consult with a licensed physician before using medical marijuana in any forms.
Get Started:
Get Pre-Certified for Medical Cannabis In Kentucky:
For potential Kentucky medical marijuana patients we makes it easy to connect with a recommending med card doctor. You will also receive updates & news relative to marijuana in Kentucky. If you are interested simply fill out the patient registration form and a clinic representative will contact you as available. Legal Residents Only Please.
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Insomnia should be a qualify condition for a KYMMC. I have used cannabis for years to help me fall asleep and stay asleep. I have recently had to stop using cannabis due to random drug screening at my new job and now I am having to use prescription sleep medications. Haven’t found one that works well yet. Using a natural plant is what I prefer and what works for me so I should be allowed to do that without risking my job. KY insomniac praying for MMC.
I have severe anxiety and depression and it helps me
While traveling out of state, I have tried several different cbd/thc types. I know the 5:1 cbd to ratio helps me alot . I actually get up from sitting and am able to walk better.
is ky legalized now
No
I have my Maine MMC and just moved to Kentucky. Wish I would have looked into the policy. Is there gonna be a vote coming up?
We hope this state will legelize it. I been haveing some seizers epeltic. I have not been able too sleep good i have ibs take alot meds for my age it relex me. Help my pain
I pray this goes through… it’d help alot of people…
I’ve been diagnosed with stage 4 melenoma and have 6 different types of epilepsy. I stay in pain cause the cancer has spread into my bones, limp nodes, and liver. Plus I have been told it will help me with my epilepsy too. Please pass this bill so people like me can get the help we need.
I think Kentucky should have medical weed theres people that could benefit from it like me or some of the people with parkinsons and other problems here in Kentucky.
I sure hope this goes through !!
Yes I agree
I hurt every day I’ve had numerous surgeries through out my life and all over my body I’ve been on pain meds and crazy meds all my life the best choice for me is marijuana it has helped me with all my issues. Can’t go wrong with gods greens miracle plant
I have degenertive disc desease and OA and neropthy I hurt all over with that sometimes and sometimes I dont have any feelings at all
Yes I am the same way. I cant stand the pain I’m in everyday 😥 hurts so bad some days I dont want to get out of the bed. Or dont want to do things I should be enjoying. We need this terribly
I dont think any state should be able to say the you cant use weed at all its a plant god put on this earth i used it for many years and never had to take any drugs at all for pain or anything else after having to stop ive been put on so many drugs they just about killed me more then once i have RA and fibro. really bad back and neck pain ive been fused from my C3 to C7 its hard to move my head at times and with the RA their are times i cant get my close on or off they can sale and grow it in kentucky but turn around and say its not ligle to have or to grow or posess
I suffer from TMJ, Migraines, and Fibromyalgia. I need help with the Cronic pain these illnesses cause. Thank you!
I have diabetes and chronic back pain. I need something to help me with these issues. Thanks
Personally The benefit and the blessings i received in the past and now in the future From Kentucky is one i welcome. I know that I will have a better quality of life Once I receive my medical card. The benefits of medical marijuana And recreational has helped me for over 35 years . I also look forward to learning what healing powers to be discovered in the future .
I suffer from panic atacts ptsd .nightmares.from being abused. Also ptsd.n pain do to psorisis. Yes it would help me sleep n be with out pain.
I have cronic pain daily, also PTSD I have been using Suboxone for 2/1/2
Years now.But this is just something else to get addicted to! I’ve talked to my doctor and she tells me she will not be able to let me use canibus in any form.when I was in my early 20s
I use to smoke every day,but that got me into truble so I stopped.Now
I’m 58 and I need of the medical weed and would like to get first in line. I have truble sleeping,but I Know this medicine Will help, I’ve been waiting since 2016 here in KY.But will have to go back to my old ways if it’s not passed!The house Bill 136 is about to pass into law,I want to be the first to get my card,and I won’t have to wait for no
Desppenrey to open! You already know.
I have suffered since a bad csection in 2006 and was very stable on meds from my doctor. Not after the 2016 CDC guidelines – I was ripped off everything. Now I just have to suffer in chronic low back and neck pain 24/7. I do go to chiropractor and take tramadol, which is like taking nothing. I had a good life and have watched it slip away over the past 4 years! I want it back and know from previous experience that RSO and other cannabis strains will help me immensely with sleep and functioning to work more and go camping again! Everyone deserves to enjoy their life and not be told they have to suck it up!
Suffering from PTSD since the early 80s anti-anxiety and narcotics and alcohol do not work we actually need medical marijuana for our veterans
I have had back surgery on L5 and when I fell ,peace’s cartilage broke off and they had to grind my spine ! I really need this to pass because for one thing I would sure rather smoke than take OxyContin something that you know by now is one of the most dangerous drug on the market and they act as if it is safe that is a lie !!!!!! Easy to get hooked on and bad withdrawals.
Was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes 18 years ago. I’ve since acquired complications such as Pancreatitis and Gasteoparesis. I get sick after meals, if I’m not already feeling like I’m going to get sick before I eat if I don’t consume cannabis. My endocrinologist suggests CBD which helps incredibly, but still only does so much. I eat less than a meal a day, without the use of cannabis, or Reglan. If anyone has similar problems and have remedies around that please share!
If Kentucky don’t legalize medical Cannabis I’ll be force to move to a legal state. I suffer daily with chronic pain from degenerative disc desease, arthritis and sevear scoliosis and I will not become addicted to the Big Pharma pain medicat ion. Please help!
Yes I agree I have hepatitis c and b and suffer from arthritis and alot of mental illness as well I’ll move if it’s Not passed soon enough !!
I been thinking about moving to a Legal State as well as I also have Hep C and with Liver Failure then on top of it all I have a buldging disk in my back with alot of chronic pain etc…
100% agree with you! You deserve a better quality of life!
I need help with this pain it has been a long long time so I need help
Hope we get it in Kentucky or I’m going to move states
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