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Get a Medical Marijuana Card Near You in Lancaster, PA

New Patients Only $149

Renewals Only $89

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4 Payments of $37.25 for New Patients and $22.25 for Renewals.

Receive a full refund if not approved.
Have questions or prefer to schedule on the phone?
Call or text us: (717) 826-0196

The Doctors Trusted by Thousands of Medical Marijuana Patients

No risk guarantee - get approved or your money back!

Intuitive online platform with 24/7 support

Appointments available on demand

Pre-qualify in under 5 minutes

Medical Marijuana Doctors at The Sanctuary Wellness Institute

565 Greenfield Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
Next door to Ginza Japanese Restaurant

Since 2019, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute has helped tens of thousands of people acquire a medical marijuana card and access the treatment they need in Pennsylvania.

Our doctors have extensive experience in the medical marijuana space, and our phone staff is happy to answer your questions about the program.

Call us at (717) 826-0196 or book online to schedule an appointment with a licensed medical marijuana doctor in Lancaster, PA today.

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Address

565 Greenfield Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone: (717) 826-0196

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 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Directions to Our Lancaster Office

Take Pennsylvania Ave to US-30 E in Manchester Township 9 min (3.4 mi), Head north on N Highland Ave toward W Clarke Ave 0.5 mi, Turn right onto Bannister St 394 ft, Slight right onto PA-74 S/Carlisle Ave 0.4 mi, Turn left onto Pennsylvania Ave 1.7 mi, Turn right onto US-30 ETake U.S. 30 East to Greenfield Rd in East Lampeter Township. Take the Greenfield Rd exit from U.S. 30 East, Keep right at the fork and merge onto Greenfield Rd, Merge onto Greenfield Rd, our office will be on the right in the Shoppes at Greenfield.

Head southeast on US-322 E/W Main St toward S Church St, Merge onto US-222 S, Use the left lane to merge onto U.S. 30 E toward Coatesville/Philadelphia, Take the Greenfield Rd exit, Keep right at the fork and merge onto Greenfield Rd, our office will be on the right in the Shoppes at Greenfield.

Follow US-222 N to Gypsy Hill Rd in West Lampeter Township 13 min (9.3 mi) Head north on S Church St 49 ft Turn left onto W State St 0.5 mi Turn right onto US-222 N/W 4th St Continue to follow US-222 N Pass by Burger King (on the left in 0.2 mi) 8.9 mi Continue on Gypsy Hill Rd to your destination in East Lampeter Township 12 min (5.7 mi) Turn right onto Gypsy Hill Rd 1.4 mi Continue onto Morningside Dr 0.6 mi Turn left onto Lampeter Rd 1.7 mi Continue onto Pitney Rd 1.6 mi Turn right onto Enfield Dr 0.3 mi Turn left onto Greenfield Rd 0.1 mi Turn right 151 ft Turn left Destination will be on the right 26 ft

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Lancaster, PA

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

Schedule an Evaluation with one of our Certified Physicians

Book online or call us at (717) 826-0196 to schedule an appointment with one of The Sanctuary’s licensed medical marijuana doctors. You will also need to fill out a short form to register online with the state and obtain your Patient ID number before booking.

Step 2 is to meet with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Meet with a Medical Marijuana Doctor

Meet with one of our doctors in person or via a teleWellness appointment for your medical marijuana evaluation. If your doctor determines that you qualify for Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program, they’ll submit your certification to the PA Department of Health.

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

Complete Registration and Receive Your Card

Once your doctor certifies you for medical cannabis, you’ll receive a confirmation email listing next steps, which include paying a $50 registration fee. Most patients receive their MMJ cards within two weeks of registration.

Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions

To be eligible for a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania, you must be diagnosed with one of the state's qualifying conditions. Those conditions are:

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Meet Our Medical Marijuana Doctors

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute is proud to be working with medical wellness physicians who are experts in their field. Combining their expertise with a compassionate, informative and helpful approach to patient care allows us to provide an exceptional teleWellness patient experience.

Among our expert physician staff we have Dr Moday, author of The Immunotype Breakthrough and Dr Sundar an international speakers.

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Dr. Heather Moday, MD

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Dr. Kalpana Sundar Medical Marijuana Card Expert

Dr. Kalpana Sundar, DO

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Dr. Christopher Hall, MD Medical Marijuana Doctor

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Dr. Takayoshi Kakiuchi, DO Medical Marijuana Card Expert

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Medical marijuana card cost in Lancaster, PA

Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Card Cost

New
Renew
Medical Marijuana Certificate
$149
$89
Additional State fee
$50
$50
Total
$199
$139
New Renew
Medical Marijuana Certificate $149 $89
Additional State fee $50 $50
Total $199 $139

How to Register with the State for Medical Marijuana in PA

  1. Visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s official medical marijuana program page.
  2. Click "Apply for ID Card/Access Account."
  3. Click "Adult Patient Registration."
  4. Fill out the form using the information from your driver’s license, then click "Submit."
  5. Create a username and password to receive your patient identification number.

Where Can I Buy Medical Marijuana in Lancaster, PA?

Pennsylvania has more than 150 active marijuana dispensaries. As a registered patient or caregiver, you can purchase oils, topicals, tinctures, vapes, cannabis flower, and more. Each MMJ cardholder is allowed to possess up to a 90-day supply of cannabis products at once. Some of the best dispensaries around Lancaster, Pennsylvania include:

  1. Restore - Lancaster, PA
  2. Verilife - Lancaster, PA
  3. Vytal Options - Lancaster, PA

About the PA Medical Marijuana Program

In 2016, the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program was established with the passage of Act 16, also known as the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act. Anyone who wishes to participate in Pennsylvania's medical marijuana program must obtain a recommendation from a licensed physician and register with the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

Once approved by the state, each patient receives a medical marijuana card that enables them to buy medical cannabis from state-licensed dispensaries.

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How to Renew Your Card in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania MMJ cards must be renewed annually. To renew your card, take the following steps:

  1. Log In to Your Patient Profile: Visit the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program website and log in to your patient profile.
  2. Update Your Information: Ensure that all of your personal information, including your address and contact information, is up-to-date.
  3. Schedule a Renewal Appointment: Book an appointment with one of The Sanctuary's approved medical marijuana physicians to obtain a new certification. You do not have to see the doctor who conducted your previous evaluation.
  4. Receive a Physician’s Certification: Attend your scheduled appointment online and get certified for medical marijuana by the presiding physician.
  5. Pay the State’s Renewal Fee Once you get certified, log back in to your patient profile and pay the state’s $50 renewal fee. You should receive a reminder email 30 days before your annual renewal fee is due.
  6. Receive Your New Card: Once you’ve paid the renewal fee, your new MMJ card will be mailed to you.

How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in PA

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Medical marijuana caregivers buy medical cannabis products on behalf of minors, homebound adults, and other patients who are unable to obtain their medicine themselves. In Pennsylvania, a caregiver may look after an unlimited number of patients. To be eligible, you must be a PA resident over the age of 21.

To become a caregiver in Pennsylvania, take the following steps:

  1. Register Online: Visit the Pennsylvania Department of Health's Medical Marijuana Program website and create an account.
  2. Complete a Background Check: Submit to a criminal background check and get fingerprinted. This step ensures you don't have any disqualifying criminal convictions.
  3. Submit a Caregiver Application: Fill out the caregiver application on the Department of Health's website. This form will require information about the patient you'll be caring for.
  4. Pay the Application Fee: Pay the state’s $50 caregiver application fee.
  5. Get Approved: Once your application and background check are submitted, you’ll need to wait three to four weeks for approval from the Department of Health.
  6. Receive Your Caregiver ID Card: After completing the aforementioned steps, you'll receive a caregiver ID card that will allow you to purchase, possess, and administer medical marijuana to the registered patient(s) you signed up to care for.

Pennsylvania Cannabis Program - Quick Stats

Active Patient Certifications:

440,949

This number represents 0.3% of Pennsylvania's total population.

Active Caregivers:

9,203

PA medical marijuana patients can purchase and possess up to 23.7 oz over a 90-day period.

Approved Marijuana Doctors:

1,929

All formulations of medical cannabis are available in PA.

Operational Dispensaries:

180

The average price of an ounce of cannabis in Pennsylvania is approximately $356.

Licensed Cultivators and Processors:

33

Home cultivation of medical cannabis is not legal in PA.

Average Price of Medical Marijuana Products:

$6.8 - $15.7 per gram of cannabis flower

Medical cannabis purchases are not subject to excise tax in Pennsylvania.

The Doctors Trusted by Thousands of Medical Marijuana Patients

No risk guarantee - get approved or your money back!

Intuitive online platform with 24/7 support

Appointments available on demand

Pre-qualify in under 5 minutes

Legal Status

Medical Program

Possession Limits

Medical patients

Limited

30 day supply

23.7 oz/90-day period

Recreational users

Illegal

State Taxes

Medical patients

0%

Recreational users

N/A

Cultivation

Cultivation

Legal Status

Medical Program

Possession Limits

Medical patients

Limited

30 day supply

23.7 oz/90-day period

Recreational users

Illegal

State Taxes

Medical patients

0%

Recreational users

N/A

Cultivation

Cultivation

Frequently Asked Questions

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute can connect you with a medical marijuana doctor. Call 717-826-0196 today to set up a virtual appointment with a certified physician.

When you apply to become a medical marijuana patient in Pennsylvania, you are not subjected to a background check. Caregiver applicants, on the other hand, must undergo one and have not been convicted of a crime involving the sale or possession of drugs, narcotics, or any other controlled substance within the last five years.

Yes, when you work with The Sanctuary, you can complete the entire process of getting an MMJ card online. One of our doctors will meet with you virtually to evaluate you for medical cannabis, after which you will be able to complete the registration process on the Pennsylvania Department of Health website.

Yes, eligible minors may use medical cannabis as long as a registered caregiver purchases it for them.

The Pennsylvania Department of Health charges $50 per medical marijuana card. Patients and caregivers both pay this same fee. If you are enrolled in a government program such as Medicaid, PACE/PACENET, CHIP, SNAP, or WIC, you may be eligible for a free card.

After you register with the Department of Health and pay the state’s fee, your MMJ card should arrive in the mail within two weeks.

No, you will not be permitted to enter a Pennsylvania dispensary without a valid medical marijuana card and photo ID.

Pennsylvania MMJ cardholders may possess up to a 90-day supply of medical cannabis products at a time.

Whether you can use your PA medical card in another state will depend on that state's reciprocity laws. Some states accept out-of-state MMJ cards, while others don’t.

No, recreational cannabis is illegal in Pennsylvania.

To renew your Pennsylvania MMJ card, you must first get recertified by a medical marijuana doctor, which can be arranged through The Sanctuary. After that, you'll need to pay the state's $50 renewal fee.