Get your Rhode Island
medical marijuana
card
A medical marijuana card in Rhode Island is $179 for the year. Only pay if approved by the doctor.
Heally Makes Getting Your Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Card Very Simple
Our doctors are available without appointment from 8 AM – 10 PM, seven days a week. All you need is a smart phone or a computer.
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RegisterRegister on our easy-to-use platform
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ConnectConnect with a Rhode Island medical marijuana doctor
online - no appointment needed
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ConsultationTotal Cost for Consultation and Recommendation is $179
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DownloadSubmit your application, receive your ID card, and visit
a medical marijuana dispensary
Cannabis In Rhode Island
While recreational use of cannabis in Rhode Island remains illegal, medical marijuana in Rhode Island has been helping patients find relief and cope with their ailments since 2006.
Additionally, Rhode Island allows for qualified out-of-state patients to access and purchase marijuana from their dispensaries. Out-of-state patients only need to bring their relevant home-state documentation.
For more detail into the RI process, read: How to get a medical card in Rhode Island.
How to qualify for medical marijuana in rhode island
Compared to other states, Rhode Island accepts a larger variety of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana. See the list here.
Unlike in other states, Rhode Island does not require that you have tried traditional treatments for the condition before applying.
Please note that some doctors make it a policy not to recommend marijuana as a treatment for any condition. To avoid these situations, you can use Heally to connect with a medical marijuana doctor online in Rhode Island.
How Does Heally Work?
How Does Heally Work In Rhode Island?
To get your Rhode Island medical marijuana card with Heally, first create an account. Then, we’ll connect you with one of our doctors in a telehealth appointment that works with your schedule. If the doctor thinks cannabis is the right treatment for you, you’ll receive a signed Practitioner Written Certification Form that you can should use to submit along with your Patient Application Form. Once approved, the Rhode Island Health Department will mail you a medical marijuana card within 5-10 days. The whole process will cost $179, pending your doctor’s approval of his/her standard of care.
How To Get Your Card
FAQ For Medical Marijuana Card In RI
Have questions about getting your medical marijuana card in Rhode Island? Learn about the process and requirements with Heally.
Do You Need a Medical Marijuana Card in Rhode Island?
Yes. Anyone looking to get medical marijuana in Rhode Island will need to talk with a doctor to see if they suffer from any of the qualifying conditions. After a doctor's consultation, patients must register with the medical marijuana program. Once you are approved, the Rhode Island Department of Health will send you a card within 5-10 days.
How Long Does it Take to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Rhode Island?
After you have submitted your application to the medical marijuana program, the RI Department of Health will review it. After approving your application, a medical card will be sent to you within 5-10 days.
How Much Is a Medical Marijuana Card in RI?
The total cost for both the consultation and recommendation for medical marijuana will be $200 for the year.