Professional Medical Marijuana Card Evaluations

At Blue Ridge Mental Health & Wellness, PLLC, we now offer medical marijuana certifications to eligible patients seeking alternative treatment options for their medical and mental health conditions.

Here's how you can obtain a medical marijuana certification:

⦁ Schedule an online appointment with one of our licensed practitioners authorized to issue written certifications for medical cannabis use.
⦁ Obtain a Written Certification: If the practitioner determines that your medical condition may benefit from cannabis treatment, they will provide a written certification. This document serves as official authorization to purchase medical cannabis.
⦁ Purchase Medical Cannabis: With your written certification and a valid government-issued ID, you can purchase medical cannabis products from any state-licensed dispensary in Virginia. As of July 1, 2022, the state no longer requires patients to register with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) or possess a physical medical marijuana card to obtain medical cannabis.

Optional Registration
While not required, patients may choose to register with the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority to receive a state-issued medical marijuana card. The registration fee is $50 for patients and $25 for parents, legal guardians, or registered agents. Registration can be completed through the medical cannabis patient portal.

Important Considerations

Validity Period: Both the written certification and the optional medical marijuana card are valid for one year. Ensure timely renewal by consulting your healthcare practitioner and, if applicable, renewing your registration with the CCA.

For comprehensive information and access to the medical cannabis patient portal, visit the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority's official website.

Cost of Medical marijuana certifications (30 minutes): $99

Cost of Medical marijuana renewal certifications (20 minutes): $75