Get your New York medical marijuana certification online
Get certified by a New York-registered practitioner by video and start purchasing at medical dispensaries with lower taxes and higher limits than adult-use retail.
HIPAA-compliant · 100% refund if not approved
New York pricing
New York has waived the patient registration fee. Your certification is submitted to the state by your registered practitioner.
Typical total cost: $114
Three simple steps
How to get a medical card in New York
Apply in less than 5 minutes
Fill out a short, secure form with your health history and upload your ID.
Video evaluation
Meet a New York-licensed physician by video at your scheduled appointment time.
Get certified
Approved patients receive their physician certification and next steps by email.
Common qualifying conditions
Conditions we evaluate in New York
Every state program is different. These are some of the conditions commonly evaluated in New York. If your condition is not listed, you may still qualify — a licensed physician makes the final decision.
- Chronic pain
- PTSD
- Cancer
- HIV/AIDS
- ALS
- Parkinson's disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Spinal cord injury
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Neuropathy
- Epilepsy
- Opioid use disorder
- Substance use disorder
Program details
NY Office of Cannabis Management — Medical Cannabis Program
- Legal status
- Medical + recreational
- Possession limit
- Certified patients may possess up to a 60-day supply. Adults 21+ may possess up to 3 ounces of flower or 24 grams of concentrate in public.
- Home cultivation
- Registered patients may grow up to 6 plants (3 mature, 3 immature) at home.
- Out-of-state cards
- Out-of-state patients 21+ may purchase at adult-use retailers, but medical-only benefits require a NY certification.
98%
Approval rate
Same day to 24 hours
Typical certification time
100%
Refund if not approved
Frequently asked questions
How to get a medical card in New York: FAQ
Do I still need a medical card in New York?
Adult use is legal, but a medical certification gives you lower taxes, higher possession limits, access to medical-only dispensaries, and the ability to grow at home.
How much does a NY medical certification cost?
Our evaluation is $114. New York does not charge a separate patient registration fee.
How do I get a medical marijuana card in NY?
A registered practitioner evaluates you by video and issues a certification. You can then use your certification at licensed medical dispensaries.
Can I grow my own medicine in New York?
Yes. Registered patients may grow up to 6 plants at home (3 mature and 3 immature).
How do I get a medical card in New York?
Complete our online application in less than 5 minutes, upload the front and back of your driver's license, and pick an appointment time. You then meet a New York-licensed physician by secure video. Approved patients are certified under the NY Office of Cannabis Management — Medical Cannabis Program, usually within same day to 24 hours.
How long does it take to get certified in New York?
Most New York patients are certified in same day to 24 hours after their video visit. Appointments are available in 15-minute slots from 9am to 9pm ET, seven days a week.
Is an online medical card evaluation legal in New York?
Yes. New York permits telehealth evaluations for its program, and every visit is with a physician licensed in New York. Visits run in a HIPAA-compliant, secure waiting room.
Do I need medical records to apply in New York?
Records are helpful but not required in most cases. Bring anything documenting your condition if you have it; otherwise the physician will evaluate you based on your health history during the visit.
What happens if I am not approved in New York?
You get a 100% refund. If a New York physician determines you do not qualify, we refund your $114 evaluation fee in full.
Ready to get your New York medical card?
Start your application now and schedule your video evaluation for as soon as today.
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