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Dr. Benjamin H. Krasne, M.D.
A board-certified physician who brings a rigorous, pharmacology-driven lens to longevity medicine and weight management.
Get evaluated by a physician who can certify Connecticut patients for the Connecticut Medical Marijuana Program. We help you from your first visit through state registration and renewal.
Choose a video or phone appointment for your Connecticut evaluation.
The Connecticut Medical Marijuana Program is run by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. State registration after a certification by a registered practitioner.
Connecticut sets its own list of qualifying conditions. You'll need a diagnosis of at least one, confirmed during your evaluation.
Check if I qualifyPick the visit type that suits you when you book. Both take about 5–10 minutes and cost the same.
See the physician face to face on a secure video link from your phone or computer, in about 5–10 minutes.
Book a video callPrefer not to use video? Speak with the physician by phone at your appointment time, in about 5–10 minutes.
Book a phone callIf Connecticut's rules require a video visit for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.
Renew annually with a new certification and registration renewal before your current registration expires.
Adult use: Legal for adults 21+ (sales began in 2023).
Caregivers must be 18 or older and register with the state. A caregiver generally serves one patient, with limited exceptions.
Minors may qualify for a narrower set of conditions with parental consent and a parent or guardian as caregiver.
Most medical programs don't disqualify a patient for a past conviction, but caregiver applications may involve a background check.
Reviewed October 2026. State rules change, so confirm current fees and requirements with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection before you apply.
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Answers about the Connecticut Medical Marijuana Program, from eligibility to renewal.
Book my evaluationBook your evaluation with HealifyNow. A registered practitioner certifies your condition. Complete your registration with the Department of Consumer Protection. Receive your registration certificate. Buy from licensed Connecticut dispensaries. Connecticut practitioners may certify patients through telehealth.
HealifyNow's evaluation is $179 for new patients and $149 for renewals. State fees are separate: Check the Department of Consumer Protection for the current registration fee.
Connecticut's list includes cancer, glaucoma, hiv/aids, parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, crohn's disease, ptsd, and more.
Registration is generally valid for one year.
Renew annually with a new certification and registration renewal before your current registration expires.
Caregivers must be 18 or older and register with the state. A caregiver generally serves one patient, with limited exceptions.
Minors may qualify for a narrower set of conditions with parental consent and a parent or guardian as caregiver.
Most medical programs don't disqualify a patient for a past conviction, but caregiver applications may involve a background check.
Legal for adults 21+ (sales began in 2023).
Connecticut practitioners may certify patients through telehealth.
Generally, yes. The Connecticut Medical Marijuana Program is for Connecticut residents, and you'll need proof of residency such as a driver's license or state ID. Some states have separate rules for visiting patients.
Yes. You can book a video call or a phone call for the same price. If Connecticut's rules require video for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.
Yes. Evaluations happen by secure, HIPAA-compliant phone or video call, and your health information is shared only as needed for your state certification.
An evaluation with a physician who can certify patients for Connecticut's program, your certification if you qualify, step-by-step help with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection registration, and renewal reminders. State fees and cannabis products are not included.
$179 for new patients, $149 for renewals. State fees are separate.