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Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Card Online

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

Choose a video or phone appointment for your Pennsylvania evaluation.

New patient$179
Renewal$149
Visit5–10 min, phone or video
StatePennsylvania
— Pennsylvania at a glance

How Pennsylvania's medical cannabis program works

The Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program is run by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. ID card after a certification from a registered practitioner.

How access worksID card after a certification from a registered practitioner
Adult-use cannabisNot legal: medical use only
State fee$50 ID card fee, waived for participants in programs such as Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, SNAP and PACE
Online visitsPennsylvania allows certifications through telehealth.
  • Pennsylvania covers anxiety disorders and chronic pain, two of the most common reasons patients apply.
  • Adult-use cannabis isn't legal, so a card is the only legal way to buy from dispensaries.
— How to apply

How to get a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card

  1. Register with the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Registry

  2. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow

  3. A registered practitioner certifies you

  4. Pay the $50 card fee (or have it waived)

  5. Buy from licensed Pennsylvania dispensaries

What HealifyNow provides

  • An evaluation with a physician who can certify Pennsylvania patients
  • Your certification or recommendation, if you qualify
  • Step-by-step help registering with the Pennsylvania Department of Health
  • 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 Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania sets its own list of qualifying conditions. You'll need a diagnosis of at least one, confirmed during your evaluation.

Check if I qualify

Pennsylvania qualifying conditions include

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Chronic pain
  • PTSD
  • Cancer
  • Crohn's disease
  • Epilepsy
  • Glaucoma
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Huntington's disease
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Neuropathies
  • Opioid use disorder
  • Parkinson's disease
  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Tourette's syndrome
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Autism
  • Terminal illness
— Appointments

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

— Pricing

Pennsylvania medical marijuana card pricing

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

New patient evaluation$179Book now
Renewal evaluation$149Renew now
State fee

$50 ID card fee, waived for participants in programs such as Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, SNAP and PACE.

— Renewal

Pennsylvania medical marijuana card renewal

Certifications last up to a year. Renew your certification and ID card before they expire.

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

Pennsylvania medical marijuana laws

Adult use: Not legal: medical use only.

  • Dispensaries can provide up to a 90-day supply
  • Home grow isn't allowed
  • 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+, register, and pass a background check. Caregivers generally serve up to five patients.

Minors

Minors need a parent or guardian registered as caregiver.

Felons & criminal records

Pennsylvania caregivers can't have certain drug-related convictions within the past five years. Patients aren't barred by a past conviction.

Reviewed October 2026. State rules change, so confirm current fees and requirements with the Pennsylvania Department of Health 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

Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Card FAQs

Answers about the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program, from eligibility to renewal.

Book my evaluation

How do I get a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card online?

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Register with the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Registry. Book your evaluation with HealifyNow. A registered practitioner certifies you. Pay the $50 card fee (or have it waived). Buy from licensed Pennsylvania dispensaries. Pennsylvania allows certifications through telehealth.

How much does a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card cost?

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HealifyNow's evaluation is $179 for new patients and $149 for renewals. State fees are separate: $50 ID card fee, waived for participants in programs such as Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, SNAP and PACE.

What conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania?

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Pennsylvania's list includes anxiety disorders, chronic pain, ptsd, cancer, crohn's disease, epilepsy, glaucoma, hiv/aids, and more.

How long is a Pennsylvania medical marijuana card valid?

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Certifications last up to one year.

How do I renew my Pennsylvania medical marijuana card?

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Certifications last up to a year. Renew your certification and ID card before they expire.

Can a caregiver get medical cannabis for me in Pennsylvania?

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Caregivers must be 21+, register, and pass a background check. Caregivers generally serve up to five patients.

Can minors get a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania?

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Minors need a parent or guardian registered as caregiver.

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

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Pennsylvania caregivers can't have certain drug-related convictions within the past five years. Patients aren't barred by a past conviction.

Is recreational marijuana legal in Pennsylvania?

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Not legal: medical use only.

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

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Pennsylvania allows certifications through telehealth.

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

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Generally, yes. The Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program is for Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania'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 Pennsylvania's program, your certification if you qualify, step-by-step help with Pennsylvania Department of Health registration, and renewal reminders. State fees and cannabis products are not included.

Get your Pennsylvania medical marijuana card

$179 for new patients, $149 for renewals. State fees are separate.

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