Frequently Asked Questions

All patients deemed to be terminally ill, with an expected life span of less than one year, are eligible to receive medical marijuana in West Virginia. Additional qualifying conditions include: ​ ​​Cancer Position status for human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis Parkinson’s disease Multiple sclerosis Damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity  Epilepsy  Neuropathies Huntington’s disease Crohn’s disease  Post-traumatic stress disorder  Intractable seizures Sickle cell anemia Severe chronic or intractable pain of neuropathic origin or severe chronic or intractable pain Terminal illness is defined as a medical prognosis of life expectancy of approximately one year or less if the illness runs its normal course​

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 discounts, including veteran discounts and SSI or SSDI discounts. Additionally, after the initial appointment, all necessary follow-ups are free for 12 months.

All approved forms of medical marijuana in West Virginia include: ​​ Pills Oils Gels, creams, and ointments Extracts formulated for vaporization or nebulization Tinctures and other liquids Dermal patches Flower is approved only for vaporization.

No, it is not legal for patients to grow their own medical marijuana in West Virginia.

No, we are not aware of any insurance providers that cover the costs of medical marijuana at present.

The DHHR may enter into reciprocity agreements with any states that have comparable requirements for the use and lawful purchase of medical cannabis in a manner consistent with the provisions of the Act to allow terminally ill cancer patients to purchase medical cannabis in another state.

A "designated caregiver" is selected by the patient and approved by the DHHR to obtain medical cannabis from an approved dispensary located in the state and to administer the cannabis to the patient. Patients may designate up to two caregivers for the state to approve.

Caregivers must undergo a criminal history background check, with fingerprints submitted, as part of the approval process. Any applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense relating to the felony sale or possession of drugs, narcotics, or controlled substances that occurred within the past 5 years will have their application denied by the state. Caregivers must also submit an application for an identification card along with a registration fee, which may be waived or reduced in the event of financial hardship.

Yes. An approved caregiver may serve up to five patients at once. Meanwhile, a single patient may be served by up to two caregivers.

Your privacy is our top priority. We ensure all your personal information is kept confidential when you schedule a consultation with us.