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Michigan Medical Marijuana FAQ
How does the "Same Day Card" offer work?
- First, in order for you to get your card the same day, you must submit the application online (we will provide you with the instructions).
- Second, there is a daily time cutoff for this service. Applications submitted online before 6:00 PM will be confirmed by us the same day. Otherwise, we will confirm your application the following morning.
- Third, even those who have a caregiver can take advantage of our Same Day Card Offer. You merely have to complete and mail an “Add or Change Caregiver Amendment” form once you receive the “Approval” email from the state.
Does Healthy Partners accept insurance?
In a word, no. While Healthy Partners medical marijuana doctors do accept various insurance plans, most insurance providers do not cover Medical Marijuana Doctor appointments. We do accept cash, credit cards, and Google/Apple Pay
What forms of payment does Healthy Partners accept?
Healthy Partners accepts Cash, Credit/Debit cards, and Google/Apple Pay. We DO NOT accept checks.
Which health conditions qualify for a Michigan medical marijuana card?
Debilitating medical (“Qualifying”) condition means any of the following conditions and/or their treatments:
· Agitation of Alzheimer’s disease
· Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
· Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS – Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
· Arthritis
· Autism
· Cancer
· Cerebral Palsy
· Crohn’s disease
· Chronic Pain
· Colitis
· Glaucoma
· Positive status for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
· Hepatitis C
· Inflammatory Bowel Disease
· Nail patella
· Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
· Parkinson’s
· Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
· Rheumatoid Arthritis
· Spinal Cord Injury
· Tourette’s Syndrome
· Ulcerative Colitis
A patient also qualifies if s/he experiences any chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition, or it’s treatment, which produces one or more of the following symptoms or side effects:
· Cachexia or wasting syndrome
· Severe and chronic pain
· Nausea
· Seizures, including but not limited to those characteristic of epilepsy
· Severe and persistent muscle spasms, including but not limited to those characteristic of multiple sclerosis
What is the difference between Virtual & Telemedicine appointments?
Virtual appointments are conducted via Zoom. You should have reliable internet or mobile data service and a connected camera for virtual appointments.
Telemedicine appointments are conducted over the phone.
What do I need to bring to my In-Person Evaluation appointment?
Renewal AND Annual Follow Up Appointments: Please bring the following:
- Your proof of Michigan residency. The State of Michigan will ONLY accept the following as residency proof:
- A valid Michigan driver’s license
- Michigan personal identification card
- A State or Federally issued picture ID (including passport) WITH your Michigan voter registration card.
- You must also bring your Michigan Medical Marijuana Patient Card.
- We accept Cash, Credit/Debit and Google/Apple Pay.
With Medical Records Appointments:
Please bring the following:
- Your proof of Michigan residency. The State of Michigan will ONLY accept the following as residency proof:
- A valid Michigan driver’s license
- Michigan personal identification card
- A State or Federally issued picture ID (including passport) WITH your Michigan voter registration card.
- Your Medical Records – most recent visit summary will suffice
- Form of payment: Cash, Credit/Debit or Google/Apple Pay.
No Medical Records Appointments:
Please bring the following:
- Your proof of Michigan residency. The State of Michigan will ONLY accept the following as residency proof:
- A valid Michigan driver’s license
- Michigan personal identification card
- A State or Federally issued picture ID (including passport) WITH your Michigan voter registration card.
- Form of payment: Cash, Credit/Debit or Google/Apple Pay.
Denial Letter Fix: Please bring the following:
- Your proof of Michigan residency. The State of Michigan will ONLY accept the following as residency proof:
- A valid Michigan driver’s license
- Michigan personal identification card
- A State or Federally issued picture ID (including passport) WITH your Michigan voter registration card.
- Your Denial Letter – so we have a copy on file as well.
Form of payment: Cash, Credit/Debit or Google/Apple Pay.
I am running late for an appointment, can I still come in?
If you are running late but will arrive within 15 minutes of your scheduled appointment time, then yes. If you think that you will be later than 15 minutes, please notify our office so that we can let you know whether we have availability to see you.
I received a "Denial Letter" from the State. What should I do?
Schedule a “Denial Letter Fix” appointment with our office. This is a free appointment, during which we will get you everything you need to resubmit your application.
What do you consider Medical Records?
- List of ongoing health issues
- List of current medications
- The diagnosis of your qualifying condition
- Your name and date of birth
- The diagnosing physician’s name
What are the State Application Fees?
Where can I obtain my medication?
This map is provided by the State of Michigan – LARA-Cannabis Regulatory Agency: