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Get a Medical Marijuana Card Near You in Columbia, MO

New Patients Only $149

Renewals Only $99

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4 Payments of $37.25 for New Patients and $24.75 for Renewals.

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Since 2019, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute has helped tens of thousands of people get medical marijuana cards and access the treatment they need.

The Sanctuary guides Missouri residents through the process of obtaining a medical marijuana card, starting with an evaluation by one of our certified physicians.

Our phone team is happy to answer your questions and make sure you have everything you need to apply for an MMJ card. Contact us at 484-346-5140 to schedule an evaluation today.

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Columbia, Missouri

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 (501) 226-4177 to schedule an appointment with one of The Sanctuary’s licensed medical marijuana doctors.

Step 2 is to meet with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Apply for Your Card

Apply for your MO medical marijuana card through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) registration portal. The state charges a $25 fee.

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

Receive Your Card

Once your application is approved, you’ll be able to download a copy of your MMJ card from the DHSS portal right away.

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Missouri Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions

To obtain a medical card in Columbia, Missouri, you must be diagnosed with one of the state's qualifying conditions. Those conditions are as follows:

  • A chronic medical condition that causes severe, persistent pain or persistent muscle spasms, including but not limited to those associated with multiple sclerosis, seizures, Parkinson’s disease, and Tourette’s syndrome
  • A chronic medical condition that is normally treated with a prescription medication that could lead to physical or psychological dependence, when a physician determines that medical use of marijuana could be effective in treating that condition and would serve as a safer alternative to the prescription medication
  • A terminal illness
  • Cancer
  • Debilitating psychiatric disorders, including, but not limited to, post-traumatic stress disorder, if diagnosed by a state licensed psychiatrist
  • Epilepsy
  • Glaucoma
  • Human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome
  • In the professional judgment of a physician, any other chronic, debilitating medical condition, including, but not limited to, hepatitis C, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease, Huntington’s disease, autism, neuropathies, sickle cell anemia, agitation of Alzheimer’s disease, cachexia, and wasting syndrome
  • Intractable migraines unresponsive to other treatment

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My second year using this site and it continues to be excellent. Dr was very nice. Their office staff I talked with on the phone were also excellent. Will definitely use them again next year. Made the process very easy.

Debbie B.

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Super quick and easy process. The doctor and the ladies over the phone were very helpful and kind! They also followed up with me after the appointment and after i got my card. Awesome group of people!!

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Great experience! Couldn't be any easier. Very friendly and professional throughout. Very interesting and educational, even though I have been smoking for years. I highly recommend this establishment.️

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Medical marijuana card cost in Missouri

Missouri Medical Marijuana Card Cost

New
Renew
Medical Marijuana Certificate
$149
$99
Additional State fee
$25
$25
Total
$174
$124
New Renew
Medical Marijuana Certificate $149 $99
Additional State fee $25 $25
Total $174 $124

How to Register with the State for Medical Marijuana in Missouri

  1. Navigate to the state's online medical cannabis portal.
  2. In the top right corner of the "Sign In" page
  3. Fill out the provided form completely. Be sure to select the type of application you want. Ensure your Social Security Number and Date of Birth are correct before registering.
  4. Read the Terms and Conditions and check the box. Click I'm not a robot
  5. Launch your email and check for a verification message from the Missouri Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP). Click Verify and sign in with the E-mail address and password you have created.
  6. Upon successful Sign In
  7. Click the 'I am a' drop-down box and choose 'Patient'.
  8. If you are a new patient
  9. Begin filling in details on the General Information tab. Enter First Name
  10. Click the "Save and Next" button to save the edited data fields and move to the next tab.
  11. Fill in the residence address details on the Contact Information tab. Enter Street
  12. For the mailing address section
  13. Click SAVE & NEXT to save your information and move on to the next section.
  14. Click on the Physician/Condition Information Tab.
  15. Under Recommendation Type
  16. A green box will appear to the right labeled View Available Certifications. Click the green box.
  17. A pop-up will appear listing all available physician certifications that are linked to the applicant’s social security number and date of birth. Choose the electronic form and click ‘Update’. The information submitted by the certifying physician will auto-populate into the application.
  18. Once the electronic form is selected and appears in the application
  19. If you would like to cultivate
  20. Click Upload New next to the document you are trying to upload.
  21. Select Choose File to search for and select the appropriate document(s).
  22. Once selected
  23. Repeat the above steps to attach multiple files to the same document field.
  24. You will not be able to "Submit" your application until all application data requirements indicated with a red "X" are provided. You may click on the tabs at the top of the page to launch the respective screen to provide the required application data.
  25. Click the PAY & SUBMIT button at the bottom of the page to submit your application and pay the $25 fee. Upon successful payment transaction, you’ll be returned to the online system and receive a confirmation of submission.

Where Can I Buy Medical Marijuana in Columbia, Missouri?

Missouri has over 200 marijuana dispensaries in operation. As a registered patient or caregiver, you can buy concentrates, tinctures, topicals, edibles, marijuana flower, and more. Each cardholder is allowed to purchase up to six ounces of medical cannabis every 30 days. Some of the best dispensaries in Columbia, Missouri include:

  1. High Profile of Columbia, MO
  2. Shangri-La Cannabis SuperStore of Columbia, MO
  3. Good Day Farm Dispensary of Columbia, MO

About Missouri Cannabis Program

Missouri voters approved Amendment 2 in 2018 to establish the Missouri medical marijuana program. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) oversees the program by issuing patient identification cards, regulating dispensaries, and ensuring cultivation and production standards are met.

Patients must obtain a physician’s certification confirming they have a qualifying condition before they can submit an MMJ card application to the DHSS. Once their application gets approved, a patient can buy medical cannabis from state-licensed dispensaries in the form of concentrates, tinctures, topicals, edibles, marijuana flower, and more.

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How to Renew Your Card in Missouri

In Missouri, patients must renew their MMJ cards every three years. To renew your card, follow these steps:

  1. Schedule Your Renewal Appointment with the Sanctuary: Book online or call us at 484-346-5140 to schedule an appointment with a licensed physician from The Sanctuary.
  2. Complete Your Renewal Application: Log into your account in the DHSS portal and submit the renewal application. The state charges a $25 fee.
  3. Receive Your New Card: Once you get approved, your renewed MMJ card will be available to download in your account in the DHSS portal.
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How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in Missouri

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In Missouri, a caregiver is anyone whom a qualifying medical marijuana patient designates to assist them with the purchase, administration, and/or cultivation of medical cannabis. You must be at least 21 years old to be eligible to be a caregiver in Missouri.

To become a caregiver in Missouri, follow the steps below:

  1. Submit an Application: Submit the caregiver application through the DHSS portal. The state charges a $25 fee.
  2. Receive Your Card: Once your application is approved, your caregiver ID card will be made available to download in your account in the DHSS portal.
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Frequently Asked Questions

You can contact The Sanctuary Wellness Institute to connect with a Missouri medical marijuana doctor. Call us at 484-346-5140 to set up an online appointment.

Yes, you can obtain a medical marijuana card online in Missouri. The state allows medical marijuana evaluations to be conducted virtually.

In Missouri, the state charges a $25 application fee for medical marijuana cards. This excludes the cost of your doctor's evaluation.

In Missouri, the DHSS can take up to 30 days to process your application for a medical card.

Yes, if your doctor determines that your anxiety warrants medical cannabis treatment, it can qualify you for an MMJ card in Missouri.

Yes, a minor can obtain medical marijuana in Missouri, but they must designate a parent or legal guardian as their caregiver.

In Missouri, a medical cardholder can buy up to six ounces of dried, processed cannabis (or its equivalent in other forms) in a 30-day period. The law also allows a patient to obtain more if their doctor confirms that their medical condition requires it.

In Missouri, recreational cannabis can be purchased without an MMJ card, but medical marijuana products require one.

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

Yes, recreational marijuana is legal for adults 21 and over in Missouri.

In Missouri, a medical marijuana card is valid for three years.

To renew your Missouri medical marijuana card, you must first schedule a renewal evaluation with a medical marijuana doctor, which can be arranged through The Sanctuary. After that, you’ll be able to submit a renewal application via the DHSS portal.