Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Ohio still has an active medical marijuana program, and many patients continue to choose a medical marijuana card over recreational cannabis.
Medical marijuana patients may receive benefits such as:
Lower taxes on marijuana purchases
Access for patients under 21
Legal caregiver options
Access to medical-only discounts at some dispensaries
Ohio’s medical marijuana program is regulated through the Division of Cannabis Control (DCC).
Ohio Marijuana Card cannot guarantee approval of your medical marijuana card. A certified medical marijuana doctor must decide whether a patient will receive a recommendation following an examination. However, we will do whatever possible to help you get approved, including a second opinion from our medical director.
Ohio allows patients with certain qualifying medical conditions to receive a medical marijuana recommendation from a certified physician.
Some common qualifying conditions include:
If you are unsure whether you qualify, our team can help review your medical history before your appointment. Even if your condition or symptoms are not specifically listed, you may still qualify if they are related to an approved qualifying condition.
Currently, insurance does not cover cannabis consultations because of federal laws, and it won’t cover the appointment or product cost. We're hopeful that this will change in the future now that marijuana is being federally rescheduled!
Once you have obtained a medical marijuana recommendation from a certified doctor and activated your State License, you'll be able to purchase a variety of cannabis products at any of the licensed dispensaries located throughout the state of Ohio.
Yes. Once approved and registered with the state, patients can visit licensed Ohio dispensaries.
Many dispensaries also offer:
Online ordering
In-store pickup
Product consultations
Discounts for medical patients
Some marijuana doctors charge an exorbitant amount of money just for an initial examination. We strongly feel that if you qualify for medical marijuana, you shouldn't have trouble accessing it due to cost.
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We do our best to work with patients to make Ohio marijuana cards affordable and accessible for everyone. If money is a concern for you, please call our patient support representatives at (866) 457-5559 to see if we can offer a medical marijuana evaluation discount.
Due to federal restrictions, it is illegal for an individual to hold both a CCW and a medical marijuana card in the state of Ohio. While the database for CCWs and the medical marijuana program's Patient Registry system are not cross-referenceable, when purchasing a firearm an ATF form must be filled out. This includes Question 11-E
Your credit card statement will read "Auren Alternative Health".
Yes. Ohio allows telemedicine appointments for new patient medical marijuana evaluations and renewals.
Patients can complete their evaluation online from the comfort of home using a phone, tablet, or computer. If approved, your physician’s recommendation is submitted electronically to the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry.
Most patients can complete the process in as little as 15–20 minutes.
After your evaluation:
Your physician submits your recommendation to the state registry
You receive an email from the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry
You complete your registration and payment with the state
You can then access Ohio dispensaries once approved
Many patients are able to shop at dispensaries on the same day as their appointment.
Ohio medical marijuana purchase limits were updated in 2026.
Under the new rules, medical marijuana patients and their caregivers can buy more marijuana from dispensaries in a single day:
2.5 ounces of plant material (flower)
15,000 milligrams of THC in non-plant products like edibles, tinctures, and vapes
These updated limits match what non-medical adult-use consumers in Ohio are allowed to purchase, helping create consistency across the state’s marijuana program.
Ohio medical marijuana cards must be renewed annually.
Patients will need:
A renewal appointment with a certified marijuana doctor
An updated physician recommendation
Renewal through the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry
We recommend scheduling your renewal before your card expires to avoid interruptions in dispensary access. We also send renewal reminders to help you stay up to date with your card.
Anxiety alone is not currently listed as a standalone qualifying condition in Ohio.
However, many patients experiencing anxiety symptoms may qualify through another approved condition, such as PTSD, chronic pain, cancer, or another eligible diagnosis.
Our team can help determine whether you may qualify during your appointment.
Yes. Patients under 16 years of age must provide medical records and a letter from their primary care physician before their appointment.
The letter must confirm that:
- The primary care physician supports medical marijuana as a potential treatment option.
- Traditional treatment options and therapies have been considered.
A caregiver is someone approved to assist a registered medical marijuana patient.
Caregivers may be able to:
Purchase medical marijuana for a patient
Transport medical marijuana
Assist with administration
Caregivers must be registered through the Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry.
Ohio law allows adults 21+ to grow marijuana for personal use under certain limits.
However, patients should stay informed about Ohio cannabis laws and regulations, as program rules and policies may change over time.
In many cases, yes. Medical records help verify that you have a qualifying condition.
If you do not have records readily available, our team can still be able to help guide you through the process.
Yes, medical marijuana costs less than recreational marijuana.
Medical marijuana patients benefit from:
Lower tax rates
Medical-only dispensary discounts
This is one reason many Ohio residents continue to maintain an active medical marijuana card even after recreational legalization.