Qualifying conditions include glaucoma, cancer, severe nausea, chronic pain, persistent muscle spasms (like those in Crohn’s disease or multiple sclerosis), cachexia or wasting syndrome, seizures (including epilepsy), agitation from Alzheimer’s disease, Hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, and PTSD.
11th State Consultations helps you navigate the Rhode Island medical marijuana program and schedules consultations with independent medical professionals to assess your condition. We guide you through the entire application process and make the process of obtaining your medical marijuana card as seamless as possible.
Once your online application is submitted properly, you should receive your medical marijuana card within 7-10 business days.
You should bring medical documentation of your qualifying condition and a valid photo ID. Prior to your appointment; you will complete a health history intake form online, which the medical marijuana doctor will review and discuss with you during your evaluation.
As of December 1, 2022, there is no application fee or state registration fee for a Rhode Island medical marijuana card. There is a fee for the consultation with the provider. This varies depending on whether you are a new patient or renewing your medical marijuana card.
Yes, to become a medical cannabis patient, and obtain your Rhode Island medical marijuana card, you must be a Rhode Island resident. You must provide proof of residency at your appointment with the provider and when you submit your online registration application with the state.
Yes, you can apply online via the Rhode Island Department of Health’s Cannabis Licensing Portal. However, your medical cannabis certification must be obtained in person from a licensed Rhode Island physician.
As of now, health insurance providers do not cover the costs associated with medical marijuana consultations or the issuance of medical marijuana cards due to the lack of federal recognition.
During your initial evaluation, a licensed medical marijuana physician will conduct an examination to determine if you qualify for the Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Program. This includes reviewing your medical history, discussing the potential benefits and risks of cannabis use, and completing the necessary documentation for your Rhode Island medical marijuana card application. Our team will guide you through the entire process of obtaining your medical marijuana license, and what you can expect after you receive your MMJ card.
Registered medical cannabis patients in Rhode Island are legally allowed to possess up to two and a half ounces (2.5 oz) of medical marijuana to manage their conditions.
Individuals must be at least 18 years old to apply for a Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Card with 11th State Consults.
Yes, Rhode Island state regulations require medical documentation that clearly outlines your qualifying medical condition. These records will be reviewed by a medical marijuana physician to ensure that your medical cannabis certification meet the requirements of the RI Medical Marijuana Program and affords you full protection under Rhode Island’s medical marijuana laws.
Upon receiving your medical marijuana certification from a medical marijuana doctor and approval of your online state registration application, you can legally purchase medical cannabis from any licensed Rhode Island Compassion Center or dispensary. Additionally, you have the option to grow your own medical marijuana plants for personal use.
As a registered medical marijuana patient in Rhode Island, you are permitted to grow up to 12 mature plants and 12 immature cannabis plants for personal medicinal use. The state has eliminated the requirement for plant tags, simplifying the cultivation process for patients.
