{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/medicinal-cannabis/21","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_10205-markdown","title":"If I want to grow medical marijuana outside, is it best to have two or more plants? (I can grow six legally)","slug":"if-i-want-to-grow-medical-marijuana-outside-is-it-best-to-have-two-or-more-plants-i-can-grow-six-legally","content":"\n_____________________\nI think this is purely up to you. In general, the work for six plants is not six times more than one plant, so I would for sure grow more than one\n\nallanfrankel","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10196-markdown","title":"What is the application process to obtain a medical cannabis card?","slug":"what-is-the-application-process-to-obtain-a-medical-cannabis-card","content":"\n_____________________\n: Patients must first be certified by a registered practitioner. Upon certification, a patient must login to https://my.ny.gov/ and click on the \"Health Applications\" icon and then click othe \"Medical Marijuana Data Management System\" link to register. Patients who do not have a ny.gov account will need to click the \"Don't Have An Account\" button to create a personal ny.gov ID before proceeding. Patients will be required to provide proof of their identity and residency during the application process. Required documents can be found on the NYDOH website. There is a $50 fee to register but the NYDOH is currently waiving the registration fee. At the appropriate time select \"Bill Me Later\" and the fee will be waived.\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10195-markdown","title":"Does chronic pain qualify me for medical cannabis in New York?","slug":"does-chronic-pain-qualify-me-for-medical-cannabis-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nYes. Based on the findings of a two-year report on the \"Medical Use of Marijuana Under the Compassionate Care Act\" by the New York Department of Health, chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone for access to medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain is defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications\" (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient), \"has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having lasted three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\nannapoulin\n_____________________\nHi there! Chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone to access medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain can be defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient); has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having last three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\n\nSource: http://www.health.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/2017-03-16_medical_marijuana_enhancements.htm\n\nVeronicaB\n_____________________\nYes. Based on the findings of a two-year report on the \"Medical Use of Marijuana Under the Compassionate Care Act\" by the New York Department of Health, chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone for access to medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain is defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications\" (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient), \"has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having lasted three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10175-markdown","title":"I just received my medical card and noticed that it expires in three months Is this correct. Patient # BD9DCD","slug":"i-just-received-my-medical-card-and-noticed-that-it-expires-in-three-months-is-this-correct-patient-bd9dcd","content":"\n_____________________\nIf your recommendation expires before 12 months then it seems like the doctor may have wanted to do a follow-up appointment with you. Please send us a message to the Live Chat and we can provide you with a code to waive the fee for the follow-up appointment\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10169-markdown","title":"If I am traveling out of state or overseas, can my medical cannabis be shipped to me?","slug":"if-i-am-traveling-out-of-state-or-overseas-can-my-medical-cannabis-be-shipped-to-me","content":"\"I live in New York. If I become a medical marijuana patient in New York, can I get my medicine if I'm out of the state?\"\n_____________________\nNo. You or your designated caregiver must pick up the medical cannabis in person with proper documentation. According to § 1004.13 Security requirements for manufacturing and dispensing facilities (2)(o) \"A registered organization shall only transport approved medical marijuana products from a manufacturing facility to dispensing facilities.\"\n\ntatiananp\n_____________________\nNo. Cannabis is currently a Schedule I controlled substance.   Transporting cannabis across state lines is illegal.  It is also illegal to travel in to or out of the United States with cannabis in your possession.\n\njeremyu","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10168-markdown","title":"Can my medical cannabis be mailed or shipped to me within New York State?","slug":"can-my-medical-cannabis-be-mailed-or-shipped-to-me-within-new-york-state","content":"\n_____________________\nNo. You or your designated caregiver must pick up the medical cannabis in person with proper documentation. According to § 1004.13 Security requirements for manufacturing and dispensing facilities (2)(o) \"A registered organization shall only transport approved medical marijuana products from a manufacturing facility to dispensing facilities.\"\n\ntatiananp\n_____________________\nNot at this time.  Currently, a patient must, 1) visit a registered dispensary, 2) arrange for a caregiver to pick up their medicine, or 3) arrange for home delivery, if available.\n\njeremyu","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10167-markdown","title":"Does insurance cover medical cannabis in New York?","slug":"does-insurance-cover-medical-cannabis-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nUnfortunately, no insurance plans in the United States, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover medical marijuana. This is because health insurance plans do not cover drugs that are not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).\n\njulienp\n_____________________\nNo, but we are aware of some physicians that have applied for state grants used to help patients defray costs.\n\njeremyu","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10166-markdown","title":"Is there financial assistance from New York State if I cannot afford to get my medical marijuana card?","slug":"is-there-financial-assistance-from-new-york-state-if-i-cannot-afford-to-get-my-medical-marijuana-card","content":"\n_____________________\nNo, unfortunately there is not financial assistance for the medical marijuana card at this time. It is also not covered by health insurance.\n\njulienp\n_____________________\nWhile there is no financial assistance from the state for purchasing medical cannabis, the NYDOH currently waives the $50 fee for patients and caregivers.  Please visit https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/faq.htm for more information.\n\nrachels","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10160-markdown","title":"What kinds and amounts of medical cannabis are allowed in New York if I am approved?","slug":"what-kinds-and-amounts-of-medical-cannabis-are-allowed-in-new-york-if-i-am-approved","content":"\n_____________________\nThe approved cannabis products and routes of administration in New York State are:\n\n(1) Liquid or oil preparations for metered oromucosal or sublingual administration or administration per tube\n\n(2) Metered liquid or oil preparations for vaporization\n\n(3) Capsules for oral administration.\n\nNote: Smoking as a method of administration of medical cannabis is expressly prohibited by New York State’s Compassionate Care Act, and edible products containing cannabis are not an approved form of medical cannabis in New York State.\n\njulienp\n_____________________\nThe New York Department of Health (NYDOH) determines specific requirements for routes of administration, which are then approved by the Commissioner. Approved routes of administration include liquids and oil for vaporization or administration via inhalation as well as capsules to take orally.  Under New York law, smoking is not allowed and the current regulations prohibit the manufacture and sale of edibles.  \nIn terms of quantities, the patient’s certifying physician is required to include the following information on the patient’s certification: the authorized brand and form of the approved medical cannabis, the administration method and any limitations on the use of medical cannabis product.  If there is a recommendation regarding dosage, it should be noted on the certification.  Recommendations on dosage are not required.  The total amount of product recommended and dispensed should not exceed a thirty (30) day supply.  The certifying medical professional is responsible for determining the volume of medication necessary to adequately address a patient’s symptoms over a 30 day period. Certifications are valid for up to one (1) year.  \nIn terms of a specific type of cannabis, New York mandated two (2) products for medical cannabis.  One product contains an equal ratio of THC to CBD and another contains a low-THC-high-CBD ratio.  Each Registered Organization (RO) must offer these two products.  Each RO will also offer other products that contain varying ratios of THC to CBD.\n\nrachels","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10155-markdown","title":"Can you point me to any research that supports medical cannabis use for different conditions?","slug":"can-you-point-me-to-any-research-that-supports-medical-cannabis-use-for-different-conditions","content":"\"I'm in New York and I'm interested in getting my medical marijuana card.\"\n_____________________\nA good site is www.pubmed.com\nThis is where you can find peer-reviewed clinical studies. You can type in the search box at the top the condition plus cannabis and see all the studies done. Of course, most all studies have been done with mice or rats. \nProjectCBD.org has a condition list on their website which lists all the articles and studies done on CBD and various conditions.\n\nPiantaTinta\n_____________________\nThis free PDF download is an extensive summary of research describing the use of cannabis to treat symptoms for many disease states and conditions.  https://www.nap.edu/catalog/24625/the-health-effects-of-cannabis-and-cannabinoids-the-current-state.\nAlso  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3579248/\nand https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2755639/\n\nchrisd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10152-markdown","title":"Do you need to show medical records when you are trying to get a New York medical marijuana card?","slug":"do-you-need-to-show-medical-records-when-you-are-trying-to-get-a-new-york-medical-marijuana-card","content":"\"Do I need to present medical records to the registered practitioner during my consultation to confirm my medical condition?\"\n_____________________\nIt is not a requirement to provide medical records. It could be very helpful and you are encourage to provide them, but it is not a requirement.\n\njulienp\n_____________________\nNo, it is not mandatory. If you have records, you can upload them as they may be helpful to the practitioner when determining whether you meet NY’s criteria for approval.\n\nannapoulin\n_____________________\nNo, it is not mandatory. If you have records, you can upload them as they may be helpful to the practitioner when determining whether you meet NY’s criteria for approval.\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10151-markdown","title":"Do I have to be a New York resident to get a medical cannabis certification in New York?","slug":"do-i-have-to-be-a-new-york-resident-to-get-a-medical-cannabis-certification-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nYes, you must be a New York resident to get medical cannabis certification in New York and you must provide adequate identification.\n\njulienp\n_____________________\nYou need to provide proof of residency in order to qualify for the New York State MMJ program. However, if you are a non-New York state resident temporarily residing in New York for the care and treatment of a qualified condition, and you have been certified by a registered practitioner, you may be eligible but you must provide documentation showing proof of temporary residence in New York state. Examples include, but are not limited to: a copy of a lease, a utility bill, a hospital bill, or other documentation as approved by the NYDOH.\n\nrachels","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":240,"numPages":41,"currentPage":21,"id":5495,"name":"Medicinal Cannabis","slug":"medicinal-cannabis","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}