Medical Cannabis in Minnesota
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Virtual Medical Cannabis Certification Available Statewide
We provide virtual medical cannabis certifications and recertification in Minneapolis and the entire state of Minnesota. As of August 1, 2023, all appointments for cannabis certification and recertification can be done via virtual appointments (phone or Zoom).
MN Medical Cannabis Program Overview
Medical cannabis is now a recognized treatment option for a range of qualifying conditions in Minnesota. While still not legalized at the federal level, patients in Minnesota can access it under state law. With virtual certification now available, patients statewide can receive approval without traveling.
Our Medical Cannabis Certification Team
- Dr. Jacob Mirman:Early advocate for medical marijuana, leader in state legislation, featured in Minnesota Medicine and 92 KQRS radio
- Dr. Bacaner:Board-certified provider for cannabis certifications
- Licensed MDs:Determine eligibility, certify patients, and offer follow-up care
Certification Process & Costs
Certification Fees
- •Annual certification or re-certification fee: $200
- •Payment options: Credit card or HSA (verify with your provider)
- •No co-pays or deductibles — fees are inclusive
- •Minnesota Dept. of Health no longer charges additional processing fees
House Call Services
- •Available within 10-mile radius of Minneapolis/St. Paul
- •Additional $200 for house calls; $10/mile beyond 10 miles
- •Contact our office to arrange a house call appointment
Veterans Services Update
US veterans no longer need our services as of July 1, 2024. Veterans can self-certify at the Minnesota Department of Health.
Medical Cannabis works well in the following conditions ("qualifying conditions"), as well as some others. Doctors in MN are allowed to certify patients for any condition they feel may respond to treatment with Medical Cannabis
- •Cancer (with pain, nausea, vomiting, cachexia)
- •Alzheimer's Disease
- •HIV/AIDS
- •Glaucoma
- •ALS
- •Tourette Syndrome
- •Epilepsy and Seizures
- •Multiple Sclerosis (muscle spasms)
- •Chronic or Intractable Pain
- •Inflammatory Bowel Disease / Crohn's Disease
- •Terminal Illness (life expectancy under 1 year)
- •PTSD
- •Autism Spectrum Disorder
- •Sleep Apnea (with sleep study)
- •Chronic Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder
- •Sickle Cell Disease
What We Do
- See patients and determine qualifying conditions
- Make or confirm a diagnosis
- Report diagnosis to the MN Department of Health
- Provide ongoing follow-up care as required
What We Do NOT Do
- ✕Do not dispense, grow, store, or sell medical marijuana
- ✕Do not recommend cannabis
- ✕Do not manage cannabis prescriptions
- ✕Do not have anything to do with marijuana possession, use, or distribution
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule Your Medical Cannabis Consultation
Call our office at (952) 933-8900 or reach cannabis coordinator Merrie directly at (952) 994-9052. Answer 8 short questions to determine eligibility. Virtual appointments available statewide.
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