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.
MedCard Registration Form
