
- Longevity
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- Metabolic health
Dr. Benjamin H. Krasne, M.D.
A board-certified physician who brings a rigorous, pharmacology-driven lens to longevity medicine and weight management.
Meet a physician who participates in your state's medical cannabis program by phone or video call. If you qualify, you'll get your certification and clear steps to register with your state.
State-specific guidance and pricing for each program we support. Prices shown are for new patients.
A medical marijuana card shows you're a registered patient in your state's medical cannabis program. It starts with a physician certifying that you have a qualifying condition.
Each state sets its own list of qualifying conditions, and some allow physicians to recommend cannabis for any condition they consider appropriate. You also need to be a resident of a state with a medical program and usually 18 or older.
Check with a physician*Qualifies in some states. Conditions vary by state.
Choose a time that suits you and answer a few questions about your health and symptoms.
A physician who participates in your state's medical program reviews your condition and history.
The physician issues your medical marijuana certification or recommendation for your state.
Where required, register with your state program, then buy from licensed medical dispensaries.
Two separate costs: the physician evaluation and, in most states, a state registration fee.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Physician evaluation (HealifyNow) | From $49 |
| State registration fee | Varies by state (some states charge nothing) |
| Renewal | Usually yearly, with a new evaluation |
| Insurance | Not covered: cannabis care is self-pay |
Medical cannabis isn't recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with a history of psychosis, and it can interact with medicines like sedatives and blood thinners. Never drive or operate machinery while impaired. Your physician reviews your health and medications first.
HealifyNow's medical care is overseen by independently licensed U.S. physicians.

A board-certified physician who brings a rigorous, pharmacology-driven lens to longevity medicine and weight management.

A Columbia-trained physician and former collegiate athlete focused on metabolic function, body composition, and healthspan.

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Straight answers to the questions patients ask most. Rules differ by state, so we'll confirm yours.
Book my evaluationBook an online evaluation, meet a physician who participates in your state's medical program by phone or video call, and if you qualify you receive a certification. In most states you then register with the state program to receive your card.
The HealifyNow physician evaluation starts at $49. Your state may also charge a registration fee, which varies by state and is paid directly to the state program.
It depends on your state. Common qualifying conditions include chronic pain, cancer, PTSD, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, severe nausea and glaucoma. Some states let physicians recommend cannabis for any condition they consider appropriate.
Most states with medical cannabis programs allow telehealth evaluations, but rules differ. We'll let you know if your state requires an in-person visit.
If you qualify, your physician certification is usually issued after your evaluation. State processing then ranges from same-day digital approval to a few weeks, depending on the state.
Records that document your condition are helpful and some states require them. If you don't have them handy, the physician will explain what your state needs.
Most cards are valid for about one year, though some states use different periods. Renewal usually requires a new evaluation.
Usually not. A few states accept out-of-state medical cards, but most don't, and you can't carry cannabis across state lines.
Federal law restricts people who use cannabis from buying or possessing firearms, even with a state medical card. If this matters to you, consider it carefully before applying.
State patient registries are confidential. Workplace protections vary by state, and some employers can still drug test or prohibit use, especially in safety-sensitive jobs.
Many state programs accept adults 18 and older, and some allow minors with a registered caregiver and extra requirements.
Cannabis isn't recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, with a personal or family history of psychosis, or with some heart conditions. It can also interact with medicines such as sedatives and blood thinners, so the physician reviews what you take.
Yes. Evaluations happen over secure, HIPAA-compliant phone or video calls, and your health information is kept confidential.
Book a 5–10 minute phone or video evaluation with a physician in your state's program. Evaluations start at $49.