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Medical Marijuana Approval Process in Fort Myers

How to get your Florida medical cannabis card

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    1. Obtain Your Medical Records from a Primary Physician.

    To begin, you'll need medical documentation from your primary care physician describing your ailment.

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    2. Schedule a Visit with a Medical Marijuana Doctor.

    Next, you'll make an appointment with a medical marijuana doctor in Florida. That doctor must be in Florida's Medical Marijuana Use Registry. If you meet the state's criteria, your licensed doctor will enter your information into the Florida Department of Medical Marijuana Use Registry and give you a medical marijuana recommendation. After that, you'll be given a patient ID number.

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    3. Complete the Application.

    Finally, you will receive an email with instructions for accessing the patient portal, where you can fill out a card application and pay the $75 charge as long as your doctor has entered you into the state registry.

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Florida Medical Marijuana

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The legislation also expands qualifying conditions to include:

  • Conditions “of the same severity/symptoms”--examples include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, endometriosis, PMS, and fibromyalgia
  • A terminal condition diagnosed by a doctor who's not your medical marijuana physician
  • Chronic nonmalignant pain as a result of another qualifying condition

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Qualifying Conditions

  • Also indicated is “other debilitating medical conditions of the same kind or class” qualify. This inclusion prevents the need from outright listing every single potential condition in the law. It is specifically designed to allow people with less common but equally debilitating conditions to get medical marijuana.

The legislation also covers the following situations:

  • Conditions of the same severity or with the same symptoms as those listed above (examples include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, endometriosis, PMS, and fibromyalgia)
  • A terminal condition diagnosed by a doctor who’s not your medical marijuana doctor
  • Chronic nonmalignant pain stemming from another qualifying condition

How Do I Prove Florida Residency?


Applicants must live in Florida full-time or part-time. A valid Florida driver's license or state identification card is required for full-time residents. When applying as a full-time resident, the state will not accept other proofs of residency.


Full-Time Residents


The registry will immediately verify a driver's license or state ID with the DMV if a full-time resident applies online. Full-time residents must supply a copy of their Florida driver's license or state ID card if applying on paper.


Temporary/Part-Time/Seasonal Residents


According to Florida law, a temporary resident is one who:

  • Lives in Florida for at least 31 consecutive days each calendar year
  • Returns to their home state at least once per year
  • Is a registered United States voter or pays income tax in another state

Temporary residents must submit copies of at least two of the following documents:

  • A deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet, or lease agreement
  • One proof of residential address from someone with whom the part-time resident lives and a statement declaring that the part-time resident lives there
  • Water, cable, or electric hook-up/work order that’s less than 60 days old
  • Water, cable, or utility bill that’s less than 60 days old
  • Mail from a financial institution that’s less than 60 days old
  • Mail from a federal, state, county, or city governmental agency that’s less than 60 days old

Where Can I Buy Medical Marijuana in Fort Myers?


Once you have your MMJ card, there are a variety of state-approved dispensaries in Fort Myers at which you can use it. Some of the best ones include:

  1. 1. Liberty Health Sciences: 8951 Daniels Pkwy., Suite 140, Fort Myers, FL 33912
  2. 2. MÜV: 10993 Colonial Blvd Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33913
  3. 3. Curaleaf: 4480 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, Florida 33901
  4. 4. Fluent: 5611 Six Mile Commercial Ct., Fort Myers, FL 33912
  5. 5. Trulieve: 12575 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33907

You can find a complete, up-to-date listing of state-approved dispensaries with this search tool sponsored by the Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU).


Florida Medical Marijuana Card FAQs


How much does a Florida medical marijuana card cost?


There are three costs associated with obtaining a medical marijuana card in Florida:

1. Initial Medical Marijuana Doctor Appointment
The cost of the first consultation is $199 for new patients.

2. Application Fees
The fee for a new application is $75. Renewal applications are also $75. Online payments are subject to a $2.75 convenience fee.

3. Doctor Recertification Fees
Patients must obtain certification from a medical marijuana doctor every seven months. The fee for recertification visits is $99.


How do I renew my medical marijuana card?


Patients and caregivers must apply for an annual renewal 45 days prior to their cards' expiration dates. You can submit your application either online or via mail.


How often do I need to see my medical marijuana doctor?


Patients must be re-certified by a medical marijuana doctor every 210 days or seven months, according to the Florida Department of Health.


Where can I use my medical marijuana in Florida?


Florida law states that you can only use medical marijuana on private non-federal property that’s out of sight from the public. You cannot legally consume medical marijuana on or in the following places:

  1. Public transportation
  2. Public places
  3. Place of employment (unless permitted by employer)
  4. State correctional facilities
  5. Federal property such as parks, museums, etc.
  6. Preschool, primary, or secondary school grounds
  7. School buses
  8. Vehicles
  9. Aircraft
  10. Motorboats

Can I travel with my medical marijuana in Florida?


In Florida, you are permitted to drive with medical marijuana on your person, but you are not permitted to consume medical marijuana while operating a vehicle.


Can I Travel With My Medical Marijuana Outside of Florida?


The federal government still considers cannabis to be an unlawful Schedule I drug. As a result, even if medical marijuana is permitted in another state, it is illegal to travel there with it.


Can I use my Florida medical marijuana card in another state?


Only Florida citizens are allowed to purchase and possess medical marijuana in Florida. However, some other states do accept Florida medicinal marijuana cards. Before traveling to another state, it's a good idea to look into their medical marijuana reciprocity regulations.


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9160 Forum Corporate Pkwy Suite 350
Fort Myers, FL 33905
Phone: (850) 378-3812

From Lehigh Acres, Florida, USA


Head south on Richmond Ave N toward E 7th St 33 s (0.3 mi) Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto E 6th St 2 min (1.3 mi) Take Lee Blvd to Destination Drive in Fort Myers 17 min (10.2 mi) Continue on Destination Drive to your destination 3 min (0.9 mi)

From Cape Coral, Florida, USA


Head west toward Cape Coral Pkwy E 9 s (102 ft) Take Del Prado Blvd S, Veterans Memorial Pkwy/Veterans Pkwy, Midpoint Bridge and Colonial Blvd to Forum Blvd in Fort Myers 24 min (12.8 mi) Turn right onto Cape Coral Pkwy E 141 ft Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Vincennes Blvd 348 ft At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Vincennes Blvd 0.5 mi Turn right onto Coronado Pkwy 0.6 mi Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Del Prado Blvd S 2.1 mi Turn right 0.3 mi Merge onto Veterans Memorial Pkwy/Veterans Pkwy 1.5 mi Continue onto Midpoint Bridge 1.3 mi Continue onto Colonial Blvd 1.2 mi Keep left to stay on Colonial Blvd 5.2 mi Continue on Forum Blvd to your destination 5 min (1.7 mi) Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Forum Blvd 0.6 mi Turn left onto Champion Ring Rd 0.9 mi Turn left onto Forum Corporate Pkwy 0.2 mi Turn right 194 ft Slight right Destination will be on the left 151 ft



Conclusion


Medical marijuana now offers Fort Myers residents more value than ever. Procedures and laws are subject to change, however. The Florida Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) has the most up-to-date information for prospective and current medical marijuana patients.