Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Orlando

Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Orlando

Orlando is centrally located in the Sunshine State and is home to more than a dozen theme parks, including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Of everything Orlando has to offer, the city now has more than 5 medical marijuana dispensaries, making access to medical marijuana easy for qualifying patients. 

If you’ve been diagnosed with a qualifying condition and would like to obtain your Florida medical marijuana card, our certified Florida medical marijuana doctors are here to make the process simple and stress-free. Read on to learn who qualifies for a Florida medical marijuana card, how to apply for a medical marijuana card, and where to buy medical marijuana in Orlando, FL. 

Get Approved for Medical Marijuana in Orlando

In order to purchase medical marijuana products from a Florida MMTC (Medical Marijuana Treatment Center), first you’ll need to receive a recommendation from a certified Florida medical marijuana doctor and apply for your Registry ID Card through the Florida Department of Health’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use, or OMMU for short. 

Scheduling an exam is easy⁠—simply visit DocMJ.com and click ‘BOOK NOW’ or schedule an exam over the phone with a DocMJ Patient Care Coordinator at 888.908.0143. Our Orlando office is conveniently located at:

DocMJ

1221 W Colonial Dr #103

Orlando, FL 32804

If you have any questions prior to scheduling your visit, our Patient Care Coordinators are happy to answer any questions you may have. We can be reached over the phone at the number listed above or by email at [email protected]. We also have a Live Chat option on our website to make getting in contact with us quick and convenient. 

After scheduling your exam you can expect an email from us containing a set of electronic intake forms. These forms must be completed at least 24 hours prior to your appointment. If these forms are not completed your exam may be cancelled by our office and a fee assessed to your account. Please see our Billing Policy for more information. You will need to upload a copy of your medical records and your Florida drivers license or State ID card. If you do not have your medical records on hand or do not have access to them, our records department can request them for you. 

During your exam, your physician will answer any questions you may have, review your medical records and determine whether or not you qualify for a recommendation. If you do in fact qualify, your physician will then enter your into the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry. After being entered into the Registry you will receive an email with step-by-step instructions on how to complete your application and pay the $75 state-required annual fee. For any issues with your application or payment, please contact the OMMU by phone at (800) 808.9580 or by email at medicalm[email protected]. The application approval process takes approximately 7-21 business days. You will be notified via email when your application is approved and will receive a temporary Registry ID Card that can be used at any Florida MMTC until your physical card is received. 

What Conditions Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in Orlando?

If you’ve been diagnosed with any of the following conditions, you may be eligible for a Florida medical marijuana recommendation:

Anorexia

Arthritis

Back Pain

Cachexia (Wasting Syndrome)

Cancer

Crohn’s Disease

Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome

Diabetes

Epilepsy

Glaucoma

Hepatitis C

HIV

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (with chronic abdominal pain)

Lyme Disease

Migraine

Multiple Sclerosis

Muscle Spasms

Muscular Dystrophy

Parkinson’s Disease

Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD)

Seizures

Severe & Chronic Pain

Severe Nausea

Sickle Cell Anemia

Spasticity

Any Terminal Condition

Other Condition of Similar Kind Or Class

In order you qualify, you must also be a permanent or temporary Florida resident. Temporary residents can use any 2 of the documents listed below to prove residency:

Mortgage statement or deed

Utility work order

Utility bill

Mail from any financial institution

Mail from any government agency

Proof of a Florida residential address combined with a supporting statement from the person with whom you’re residing

Other documentation that reflects proof of a Florida residential address

If you’re a snowbird or temporary Florida resident, be sure to check out our blog Here’s How Snowbirds & Temporary Residents Qualify for Florida Medical Marijuana for more information on how you can qualify. 

Where Can You Buy Medical Marijuana in Orlando? 

On our website you can find a full list of Florida dispensaries that includes additional perks and discounts to help you save money on medical marijuana products.

Pre-Qualify for a Recommendation Instantly

Find out instantly if you pre-qualify for a Florida medical marijuana recommendation by completing our easy, 5-minute eligibility survey. Be sure to check out our blog to learn more about the many benefits medical marijuana has to offer and to learn if a medical marijuana recommendation may be right for you.