Question 1

Who Qualifies for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin

Accepted Answer

The Wisconsin Department of Health has approved a number of qualifying conditions that will allow patients to access medical marijuana in Wisconsin. The qualifying conditions that are eligible for medical marijuana treatment in Wisconsin include a number of chronic or debilitating conditions.

Question 2

Why Do I Need A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

Accepted Answer

A Wisconsin medical marijuana card shows that your name has been added to the Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Registry. With this card, you can:
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1. Buy marijuana from dispensaries in the State of Wisconsin
2. Possess marijuana and marijuana products in Wisconsin
3. Consume marijuana and marijuana products in Wisconsin​

Question 3

How Do I Get A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

Accepted Answer

To obtain your medical marijuana card in Wisconsin, you must suffering from one of the qualifying conditions and have medical records document your condition. Next, you will need to schedule an appointment to meet with a certified physician to get a recommendation for medical marijuana treatment. Our staff here at Wisconsin Marijuana Card is here to simplify the process, connecting you with a certified doctor and filing all your necessary paperwork!
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Once you received your written recommendation, you must submit an application to the Wisconsin Department of Health to obtain your card.

Question 4

Am I Guaranteed to Get Approved for Medical Marijuana After Visiting a Wisconsin Marijuana Doctor's Office?

Accepted Answer

We can’t guarantee approval for anyone, as the doctor is the only person that makes the determination whether or not a patient qualifies. To make it more likely that you receive approval from the doctor, we recommend that you bring as much information as possible to your appointment regarding your medical condition and past treatments. However, you do not have to worry as the entire cost of an appointment will be a nominal flat fee if you, for whatever reason, are not approved by the doctor.

Question 5

What Conditions Make A Patient Eligible for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

According to Amendment 2, you may be eligible for medical marijuana treatment in Wisconsin if you suffer from the following:

Cancer
Crohn’s Disease
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
HIV/AIDS
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson’s
PTSD
Other Debilitating Condition of Like, Kind, Or Class
 
Additionally, Amendment 2 allows Wisconsin medical marijuana doctors to recommend patients for medical marijuana treatment after diagnosing them with “other debilitating medical conditions of the same kind or class.” These conditions may include:
 
Anorexia
Anxiety
Arthritis
Back Pain
Cachexia
Diabetes
Hepatitis C
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lyme Disease
Migraine
Muscle Spasms
Muscular Dystrophy
Other conditions that result in traumatic stress
Severe & Chronic Pain
Severe Nausea
Sickle Cell Anemia
Spasticity

Question 6

When Will I Receive My Identification Card?

Accepted Answer

Once you submit your application to the Wisconsin Department of Health, it can take 7-21 business days to process. Once your application is approved, you will receive your card.

Question 7

What is the Cost for a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

Some doctors charge an exorbitant amount of money just for an initial examination. We feel strongly that if you qualify for medical marijuana, you shouldn't have trouble accessing it due to cost. As such, we offer a variety of payment methods, including monthly payment plan options and discounts for veterans, as well as referral discounts to those who spread the word about our services. After the first appointment, all required follow-ups are free for 12 months.

Question 8

If My Registry Identification Card Expired and I Didn’t Submit My Renewal Application Before the Deadline, Am I Still Eligible to Purchase Medical Marijuana?

Accepted Answer

No. When your card expires, you will not be able to purchase any product from a dispensary until your card is renewed.

Question 9

​Where Can Patients Purchase Medical Marijuana?

Accepted Answer

Once you have obtained a recommendation from a registered doctor and received your Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card, you will be able to purchase medical cannabis products at any of the licensed dispensaries located throughout Wisconsin.

Question 10

Where are Dispensaries Located in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

Medical marijuana dispensaries are currently open throughout the state of Wisconsin. For a detailed look at where to find your nearest dispensary, visit our dispensary location master list.

Question 11

How Much Medical Marijuana Can Be Purchased from the Dispensary?

Accepted Answer

Wisconsin law states that patients may not purchase more than 2.5 ounces (70.8 grams) of smokable marijuana within a given 35-day period.

Question 12

Will My Insurance or Medicaid Pay for My Marijuana?

Accepted Answer

We encourage you to contact your insurance provider or Medicaid official for an answer. However, we are not aware of any insurance providers that cover the costs of medical marijuana at present.

Question 13

How Much Does Medical Marijuana Cost in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

The cost of medical marijuana varies as prices are set by each dispensary. To look at menus and see the prices of medical marijuana.

Question 14

What is a Medical Marijuana Caregiver, and How Many Can I Have?

Accepted Answer

Caregivers are individuals who may visit dispensaries and purchase medical marijuana products on behalf of a patient. All caregivers must first register with the Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Use Registry before accessing dispensaries.

Question 15

How Do I Apply to Be a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in Wisconsin?

Accepted Answer

In order to become a caregiver for a patient, you must apply through the Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Use Registry. Caregivers must also complete a caregiver certification course by Florida Department of Health.

Additional requirements for becoming a caregiver include:
A caregiver must be 21 years of age or older.
A caregiver cannot be a qualified physician.
A caregiver cannot be employed within any industry that could benefit economically from the activities on behalf of the patient such as a medical marijuana treatment center or marijuana testing laboratory.
If caregivers are not a close relative to the patient, a background check may also be required.

Question 16

How many Caregivers Can a Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Patient Have?

Accepted Answer

A qualified medical marijuana patient may designate no more than one caregiver, unless:
The patient is a minor and the caregivers are parents or legal guardians of the patient;
The patient is an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability that prevents the patient from being able to care for himself or herself without assistance or supervision and the designated caregivers are the parents or legal guardians of the qualified patient; or
The patient is admitted to a hospice program.

Question 17

Can My Employer Drug Test Me for Medical Marijuana?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, the answer is yes, they can. Wisconsin does not provide protection to medical marijuana patients from employee drug testing. It will be left to the discretion of each employer whether they wish to recognize an employee's medical marijuana approval as an exemption to company drug testing policies. However, employers are prohibited from discriminating against an individual in hiring, termination, or any term or condition of employment based on an individual’s past or present status as a caregiver or a qualifying patient.

Question 18

What Is the Cost of a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin

Accepted Answer

Once you've been approved by a certified doctor and received a medical marijuana recommendation, you will need to submit an application along with a $75 processing fee to the Wisconsin Department of Health in order to receive your marijuana card. This card will expire after 12 months.

Question 19

Can Patients Grow Their Own Marijuana at Home?

Accepted Answer

No, Wisconsin medical marijuana patients are prohibited from growing medical marijuana at home under Wisconsin law. All medical marijuana is required to be purchased from one of the state-approved dispensary locations.

Question 20

Is My Personal Information Kept Confidential?

Accepted Answer

The privacy of our patients is our top priority. We go through great lengths to ensure that all patient information is protected and kept confidential in our HIPAA-compliant file storage system. We will also never share any of your contact information with any third party.

Frequently Asked Questions for Medical Marijuana

Who Qualifies for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin

Why Do I Need A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

How Do I Get A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

Am I Guaranteed to Get Approved for Medical Marijuana After Visiting a Wisconsin Marijuana Doctor's Office?

What Conditions Make A Patient Eligible for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin?

When Will I Receive My Identification Card?

What is the Cost for a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin?

If My Registry Identification Card Expired and I Didn’t Submit My Renewal Application Before the Deadline, Am I Still Eligible to Purchase Medical Marijuana?

Where Can Patients Purchase Medical Marijuana?

Where are Dispensaries Located in Wisconsin?

How Much Medical Marijuana Can Be Purchased from the Dispensary?

Will My Insurance or Medicaid Pay for My Marijuana?

How Much Does Medical Marijuana Cost in Wisconsin?

What is a Medical Marijuana Caregiver, and How Many Can I Have?

How Do I Apply to Be a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in Wisconsin?

How many Caregivers Can a Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Patient Have?

Can My Employer Drug Test Me for Medical Marijuana?

What Is the Cost of a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin

Can Patients Grow Their Own Marijuana at Home?

Is My Personal Information Kept Confidential?

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Frequently Asked Questions for Medical Marijuana

Who Qualifies for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin

Why Do I Need A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

How Do I Get A Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Card?

Am I Guaranteed to Get Approved for Medical Marijuana After Visiting a Wisconsin Marijuana Doctor's Office?

What Conditions Make A Patient Eligible for Medical Marijuana in Wisconsin?

When Will I Receive My Identification Card?

What is the Cost for a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin?

If My Registry Identification Card Expired and I Didn’t Submit My Renewal Application Before the Deadline, Am I Still Eligible to Purchase Medical Marijuana?

​Where Can Patients Purchase Medical Marijuana?

Where are Dispensaries Located in Wisconsin?

How Much Medical Marijuana Can Be Purchased from the Dispensary?

Will My Insurance or Medicaid Pay for My Marijuana?

How Much Does Medical Marijuana Cost in Wisconsin?

What is a Medical Marijuana Caregiver, and How Many Can I Have?

How Do I Apply to Be a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in Wisconsin?

How many Caregivers Can a Wisconsin Medical Marijuana Patient Have?

Can My Employer Drug Test Me for Medical Marijuana?

What Is the Cost of a Medical Marijuana Card in Wisconsin

Can Patients Grow Their Own Marijuana at Home?

Is My Personal Information Kept Confidential?

Get A Wisconsin Marijuana Card Today!

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Where Can Patients Purchase Medical Marijuana?