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Maryland Medical Marijuana Card Online

Get evaluated by a physician who can certify Maryland patients for the Maryland Medical Cannabis Program. We help you from your first visit through state registration and renewal.

Choose a video or phone appointment for your Maryland evaluation.

New patient$159
Renewal$149
Visit5–10 min, phone or video
StateMaryland
— Maryland at a glance

How Maryland's medical cannabis program works

The Maryland Medical Cannabis Program is run by the Maryland Cannabis Administration. Patient registration plus a certification from a registered provider.

How access worksPatient registration plus a certification from a registered provider
Adult-use cannabisLegal for adults 21+ (since July 2023)
State feeCheck the Maryland Cannabis Administration for current fees
Online visitsMaryland allows certifications through telehealth.
  • Maryland providers can certify any severe or chronic condition for which other treatments have been ineffective.
  • Medical patients keep tax and product advantages alongside the adult-use market.
— How to apply

How to get a Maryland medical marijuana card

  1. Register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration

  2. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow

  3. A registered provider certifies you

  4. Receive your patient ID

  5. Buy from licensed Maryland dispensaries

What HealifyNow provides

  • An evaluation with a physician who can certify Maryland patients
  • Your certification or recommendation, if you qualify
  • Step-by-step help registering with the Maryland Cannabis Administration
  • Renewal reminders before your certification expires

Not included

  • State fees, which you pay directly to the state
  • Cannabis products, which you buy from licensed dispensaries
  • A guarantee of approval: the physician decides after a real evaluation
— Qualifying conditions

Qualifying conditions in Maryland

Maryland doesn't limit eligibility to a fixed list. Any severe condition for which other treatments haven't worked.

Check if I qualify

Common reasons patients apply

  • Chronic pain
  • Cachexia
  • Severe nausea
  • Seizures
  • Glaucoma
  • PTSD
  • Muscle spasms
— Appointments

Choose your Maryland appointment

Pick the visit type that suits you when you book. Both take about 5–10 minutes and cost the same.

Video call

See the physician face to face on a secure video link from your phone or computer, in about 5–10 minutes.

Book a video call

Phone call

Prefer not to use video? Speak with the physician by phone at your appointment time, in about 5–10 minutes.

Book a phone call

If Maryland's rules require a video visit for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.

— Pricing

Maryland medical marijuana card pricing

One clear price for your evaluation. State fees are paid separately to the state.

New patient evaluation$159Book now
Renewal evaluation$149Renew now
State fee

Check the Maryland Cannabis Administration for current fees.

— Renewal

Maryland medical marijuana card renewal

Certifications last up to a year. Renew with a new certification before yours expires.

Renewal: $149Validity: Certifications are valid for up to one year.Book my renewal
— Laws

Maryland medical marijuana laws

Adult use: Legal for adults 21+ (since July 2023).

  • Possession limits are set by your certification
  • Using cannabis in public or while driving is illegal
  • Cannabis remains restricted under federal law, and you can't take it across state lines.
  • Federal law restricts firearm purchases by cannabis users, even with a state card.

Caregivers

Caregivers must be 21+ and register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration.

Minors

Minors can qualify with a parent or guardian registered as caregiver.

Felons & criminal records

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 Maryland Cannabis Administration before you apply.

— Medical oversight

The physicians behind HealifyNow

HealifyNow's medical care is overseen by independently licensed U.S. physicians.

Dr. Benjamin H. Krasne, M.D.
Board-Certified Physician
  • Longevity
  • Weight management
  • 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.

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, M.D.
Physician
  • Healthspan
  • Body composition
  • Metabolic health

Dr. Johnathan Chance Miller, M.D.

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

Dr. Vanessa Niles, R.N., M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Board-Certified OB-GYN
  • Women's health
  • Obstetrics & gynecology
  • Holistic care

Dr. Vanessa Niles, R.N., M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

A board-certified OB-GYN and ACOG Fellow with more than four decades of experience in women's health.

— FAQ

Maryland Medical Marijuana Card FAQs

Answers about the Maryland Medical Cannabis Program, from eligibility to renewal.

Book my evaluation

How do I get a Maryland medical marijuana card online?

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Register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow. A registered provider certifies you. Receive your patient ID. Buy from licensed Maryland dispensaries. Maryland allows certifications through telehealth.

How much does a Maryland medical marijuana card cost?

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HealifyNow's evaluation is $159 for new patients and $149 for renewals. State fees are separate: Check the Maryland Cannabis Administration for current fees.

What conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in Maryland?

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Any severe condition for which other treatments haven't worked. Common reasons include chronic pain, cachexia, severe nausea, seizures, glaucoma.

How long is a Maryland medical marijuana card valid?

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Certifications are valid for up to one year.

How do I renew my Maryland medical marijuana card?

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Certifications last up to a year. Renew with a new certification before yours expires.

Can a caregiver get medical cannabis for me in Maryland?

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Caregivers must be 21+ and register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration.

Can minors get a medical marijuana card in Maryland?

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Minors can qualify with a parent or guardian registered as caregiver.

Can I get a medical marijuana card in Maryland with a felony?

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Most medical programs don't disqualify a patient for a past conviction, but caregiver applications may involve a background check.

Is recreational marijuana legal in Maryland?

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Legal for adults 21+ (since July 2023).

Can I see a doctor online for my Maryland medical marijuana card?

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Maryland allows certifications through telehealth.

Do I need to live in Maryland to get a medical marijuana card?

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Generally, yes. The Maryland Medical Cannabis Program is for Maryland 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.

Can I have my Maryland evaluation by phone or video?

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Yes. You can book a video call or a phone call for the same price. If Maryland's rules require video for your certification, we'll let you know when you book.

Is my evaluation private?

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Yes. Evaluations happen by secure, HIPAA-compliant phone or video call, and your health information is shared only as needed for your state certification.

What does HealifyNow provide?

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An evaluation with a physician who can certify patients for Maryland's program, your certification if you qualify, step-by-step help with Maryland Cannabis Administration registration, and renewal reminders. State fees and cannabis products are not included.

Get your Maryland medical marijuana card

$159 for new patients, $149 for renewals. State fees are separate.

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