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AR Medical Marijuana Card

New Patients $174
Renewals $99
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New Patients $224
Renewals $99
Get you MMJ Card
Telehealth appointment
Helpful, real person support
Arkansas-licensed physicians

Pay in 4 installments. Call to use Afterpay

Call with questions or to schedule by phone (479) 319-2673

Medical Marijuana Card in Bentonville, AR

609 SW 8th St, Bentonville, AR 72712

Since 2019, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute has helped thousands of Arkansas residents connect with Arkansas-licensed physicians who are authorized to provide written physician certifications in accordance with the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) regulations.

All medical marijuana evaluations and certifications are completed by independent, Arkansas-licensed doctors. If a patient is determined to qualify, the physician issues a written physician certification, which the patient must submit to the Arkansas Department of Health for review and approval.

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute does not issue medical marijuana registry identification cards. Card approval, state application fees, and patient portal access are handled directly between the patient and the Arkansas Department of Health through the state medical marijuana patient registry system.

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Bentonville, AR

Step 1 is to book an appointment with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Schedule an Evaluation with an Arkansas-Licensed Doctor

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute connects you with an independent, Arkansas-licensed physician who evaluates whether you qualify for a written physician certification in accordance with the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment.

Step 2 is to meet with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Submit Your Application to the Arkansas Department of Health

After a physician issues a certification, you submit the certification, required documents, and the state application fee through the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) medical marijuana patient registry.

Step three: Visit dispensary near you to obtain medical marijuana product

Receive Your Medical Marijuana Registry Identification Card

Once the Arkansas Department of Health completes its review, approved patients receive a medical marijuana registry identification card, allowing legal access to medical marijuana in Arkansas.

Arkansas Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions

To receive a written physician certification for medical marijuana card in Arkansas, a patient must be diagnosed with one or more qualifying medical conditions as defined by the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and regulated by the Arkansas Department of Health. Those conditions are as follows:

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Our Arkansas Medical Marijuana Doctor

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute works with independent, Arkansas-licensed physicians who are authorized to evaluate patients for eligibility for medical marijuana certification under the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment. These physicians bring clinical experience and a patient-focused approach to medical evaluations. By combining professional medical judgment with clear and informative communication, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute aims to provide a professional and accessible telemedicine evaluation experience for Arkansas residents.

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Dr. Michael Duplessie, MD

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Address: 609 SW 8th St 6th Floor
Bentonville, AR 72712
Phone: (479) 319-2673

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Directions to Our Bentonville, AR Office

Get on I-540 5 min (2.3 mi) Head east on Grand Ave toward N 32nd St Pass by BancorpSouth Bank (on the left) 2.0 mi Turn left onto the I-540 N ramp to I-40/Van Buren 0.3 mi Take I-49 N to AR-102 W/SE 14th St in Bentonville. Take exit 86 from I-49 N 1 hr 8 min (77.0 mi) Merge onto I-540 5.8 mi Take exit 1B for I-40 E/I-540 N toward Little Rock 0.3 mi Merge onto I-40 E 4.2 mi Take exit 12 for I-49 N toward Fayetteville 0.8 mi Continue onto I-49 N 46.4 mi Keep left at the fork to stay on I-49 N 19.3 mi Take exit 86 for AR-102 W toward Bentonville 0.2 mi Continue on AR-102 W/SE 14th St to your destination in Township 8 7 min (2.6 mi) Turn left onto AR-102 W/SE 14th St 2.0 mi Turn right onto S Walton Blvd 0.4 mi Turn right onto SW Redbud St 449 ft Turn left onto SW F St 197 ft Turn right Our Office will be on the left..

Get on I-630 W 1 min (0.2 mi) Head north toward Marshall St 131 ft Continue onto Marshall St 217 ft Turn left to merge onto I-630 W 0.2 mi Follow I-40 W and I-49 N to 8th St in Bentonville. Take exit 87 from I-49 N 3 hr 3 min (214 mi) Merge onto I-630 W 4.9 mi Use the right 2 lanes to stay on I-630 W 0.4 mi Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 8B to merge onto I-430 N 6.5 mi Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 13B to merge onto I-40 W toward Fort Smith 22.4 mi Keep left to stay on I-40 W 2.0 mi Keep left to stay on I-40 W 111 mi Take exit 12 for I-49 N toward Fayetteville 0.4 mi Continue onto I-49 N 46.4 mi Keep left at the fork to stay on I-49 N 19.7 mi Take exit 87 toward 8th St 0.4 mi Continue on SE 8th St to your destination in Township 8 7 min (2.4 mi) Turn left onto 8th St 0.3 mi Continue straight onto SE 8th St 89 ft Slight left toward SE 8th St 354 ft Continue onto SE 8th St 1.8 mi Turn left onto SW E St 0.1 mi Turn right Our Office will be on the right..

Take N Main St to Arkmo Dr 2 min (0.9 mi) Head north on N Main St toward W Rush Ave 0.8 mi Turn right onto Vine Rd 0.1 mi Follow US-412 W/US-62 W to Butterfield Coach Rd in Springdale 1 hr 16 min (68.8 mi) Turn left onto Arkmo Dr 0.8 mi Turn right onto US-412 W/US-62 W/US-65 N 5.0 mi Slight right onto US-412 W/US-62 W 6.4 mi Turn left onto S Denver St 384 ft Turn right onto W Hill St 0.2 mi Turn left onto US-412 W 56.2 mi Get on I-49 N from E Huntsville Ave 13 min (6.5 mi) Turn right onto Butterfield Coach Rd 1.0 mi Continue straight onto Butterfield Coach Rd/E Huntsville Ave Continue to follow E Huntsville Ave 4.2 mi Continue onto White Rd 0.2 mi Continue onto Elm Springs Rd 0.7 mi Slight right to merge onto I-49 N 0.3 mi Follow I-49 N to AR-102 W/SE 14th St in Bentonville. Take exit 86 from I-49 N 11 min (12.7 mi) Merge onto I-49 N 12.4 mi Take exit 86 for AR-102 W toward Bentonville 0.2 mi Continue on AR-102 W/SE 14th St to your destination 7 min (2.6 mi) Turn left onto AR-102 W/SE 14th St 2.0 mi Turn right onto S Walton Blvd 0.4 mi Turn right onto SW Redbud St 449 ft Turn left onto SW F St 197 ft Turn right Destination will be on the left 190 ft

Medical marijuana card cost in Arkansas

How Much Does a Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card Cost

Fee Type Paid To
Physician evaluation (new patient) Sanctuary / Physician – $174
Physician evaluation (renewal) Sanctuary / Physician – $99
AR MMJ card fee (State fee)* Department of Health - $50

* State fees are paid directly to the AR Department of Health and are not controlled by The Sanctuary Wellness Institute.

How to Register with the State for Medical Marijuana in AR

  1. Access the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Patient Registry: Visit the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) medical marijuana program website.
  2. Select “Patient Registration”: Click the Patient Registration option to begin the account setup process.
  3. Create Your Patient Account: Enter your personal information, create a password, and submit the registration form.
  4. Confirm Your Registration: Open the confirmation email sent to the email address you provided and follow the instructions to confirm and activate your account.

Where Can I Buy Medical Marijuana Near Bentonville, AR?

Medical marijuana may be purchased at state-licensed medical marijuana dispensaries located throughout Arkansas. The Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission regulate dispensary licensing and operations.

Registered patients and designated caregivers may purchase approved medical marijuana products, which may include cannabis flower, edibles, tinctures, concentrates, and topical products, subject to state regulations.

Under Arkansas law, a qualifying patient may purchase up to 2.5 ounces of medical marijuana within a fourteen (14) day period from licensed dispensaries.

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About Arkansas Cannabis Program

The Arkansas medical marijuana program was established in 2016 following voter approval of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment (Amendment 98). The amendment allows qualifying patients with certain medical conditions to seek access to medical marijuana under Arkansas law.

The program is administered by the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH), which oversees patient and caregiver registration and issues medical marijuana registry identification cards to approved applicants.

To participate in the program, patients must receive a written physician certification from an Arkansas-licensed physician and submit an application, along with required documentation and state fees, through the Arkansas Department of Health’s medical marijuana patient registry.

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How to Renew Your Card in Arkansas

In Arkansas, medical marijuana registry identification cards must be renewed annually. To renew your card, complete the following steps:

  1. Schedule a Renewal Evaluation: Schedule a renewal evaluation with The Sanctuary Wellness Institute. The Sanctuary connects you with an independent, Arkansas-licensed physician who can evaluate you for a new written physician certification. Appointments may be scheduled online or by calling (501) 226-4177.
  2. Submit Your Renewal Application: After receiving a new physician certification, submit your renewal application, required documents, and the state renewal fee through the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) medical marijuana patient registry.
  3. Receive Your Updated Registry Identification Card: Once the Arkansas Department of Health completes its review and approves the renewal application, an updated medical marijuana registry identification card is issued in accordance with state procedures.

How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in AR

How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in AR

In Arkansas, a designated caregiver is an individual authorized to assist a qualifying medical marijuana patient with the purchase and, when permitted by law, the administration of medical marijuana. Caregivers must be Arkansas residents and at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

To become a caregiver in Arkansas, complete the following steps:

  1. Submit Your Caregiver Application: Apply through the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) medical marijuana patient registry. The state requires a caregiver application fee and a criminal background check, which is conducted as part of the application process.
  2. Receive Your Caregiver Registry Identification Card: After the Arkansas Department of Health completes its review and approves the application, a caregiver registry identification card is issued in accordance with state procedures.

Understanding the Potential Side Effects of Medical Marijuana

Like many medical therapies, medical marijuana may cause side effects. Potential effects can vary based on the method of use, frequency, dosage, and the THC-to-CBD ratio of the product used. Long-term or frequent use may be associated with the following considerations:

  • Respiratory issues: Inhalation methods, such as smoking, may irritate the respiratory system and can be associated with coughing or bronchial irritation. Non-inhalation methods, including tinctures, edibles, or other approved formulations, may reduce respiratory exposure.
  • Tolerance and dependence: With repeated use, some individuals may develop tolerance, which can reduce perceived effectiveness over time. In certain cases, discontinuation after prolonged use may be associated with mild withdrawal-like symptoms, such as sleep disturbance, irritability, or changes in appetite.
  • Cognitive impact: Extended or frequent use, particularly at higher THC concentrations, may affect attention, memory, or concentration. These effects may be more pronounced in younger individuals or with long-term use.
  • Mental health concerns: Individuals with a personal or family history of anxiety, depression, or psychotic disorders may experience increased symptoms when using products with higher THC content. Patients are encouraged to discuss mental health history with a licensed physician.
  • Motivational changes: Some individuals report changes in motivation, focus, or energy levels with ongoing use. These effects can vary widely between patients.

Medical marijuana should be used only under the guidance of a licensed physician and in accordance with Arkansas law. Understanding potential side effects, along with possible benefits, helps patients make informed decisions as part of a personalized medical care plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Once you receive your Arkansas medical marijuana card, you can purchase products from any state-licensed dispensary. In Bentonville, patients often visit The ReLeaf Center on McNelly Road, one of the area’s most popular dispensaries. Your card is also valid statewide, so you can shop at dispensaries across Arkansas.

To become a caregiver in Arkansas, you must be at least 21 years old, a state resident, and apply through the Arkansas Department of Health. The process includes completing the caregiver application, paying the $50 fee, and passing a criminal background check. Once approved, caregivers can purchase and administer medical marijuana on behalf of their registered patient.

After submitting an application for a medical card in Arkansas, you can expect the review process to take 10 to 14 days.

Yes, minors can obtain medical marijuana cards in Arkansas, but a parent or legal guardian must serve as their caregiver.

No, you cannot purchase medical marijuana without a valid card in Arkansas.

According to Arkansas law, no, you cannot grow your own marijuana plants at home in Arkansas, even if you have a medical card.

No, Arkansas does not accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards. That said, visitors with valid MMJ cards from other states can, for a fee of $50, apply for a temporary 30-day visiting patient card through the Arkansas Department of Health.

Whether you can use your AR medical card in another state will depend on the reciprocity laws of the state you're visiting. Some states accept out-of-state cards, while others don’t.

In Arkansas, your MMJ card must be renewed annually to remain valid.

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