Schedule an appointment to see a medical marijuana doctor in VA through Veriheal at a time that is most convenient for you. Provide basic medical history and book your appointment with a licensed medical marijuana doctor.
Do not hesitate to reach out if you need assistance with getting an appointment set, our team would be more than happy to help.
Consult with a doctor for 10-15 minutes to evaluate your ailments, and ask any questions you may have about medical marijuana treatment. After the appointment is complete, the doctor will fill out a recommendation form for medical marijuana and approve you. Once you have this you can then use that to apply to the state.
Every patient will need to prove Virginia residency for their application to be accepted by the state of VA.
Once you are approved, you’ll register with the state and submit an application. The state will process your application and notify you of your approval and mail your card. Once dispensaries are open in VA, you will be able to begin purchasing from cannabis dispensaries.
In Virginia, patients will need to re-certify their license annually by seeing a licensed physician again. Veriheal will get in touch with you when your certification is approaching its expiration to help you set up a renewal consultation.
I am beyond ready for Virginia dispensaries to open. Thanks to veriheal for making the approval quick. I wish the state could move this fast!
Nice to get approved early on as the program is starting. They made it as easy as it should be.
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Until COVID-19, Virginia’s strictly limited cannabis program was one of the most restrictive in the U.S. Though the state decriminalized small amounts of cannabis before COVID-19, fining residents the lowest U.S. fine of $25, it still had a limited list of qualifying conditions. But that changed. Now that list can now be broadened based on a physician’s diagnosis and approval.
According to the bill, SB 1557, the medical cannabis program now “authorizes licensed physician assistants and licensed nurse practitioners to issue a written certification for use of cannabidiol oil and THC-A oil,” and “the bill requires the Board to promulgate regulations establishing dosage limitations, which shall require that each dispensed dose of cannabidiol oil or THC-A oil not exceed 10 milligrams of tetrahydrocannabinol.”
Virginia is allowing several forms of medical cannabis products to be purchased at statewide dispensaries such as oil, tinctures and edibles but not cannabis flower. However, even though the Old Dominion State expanded the program the Americans for Safe Access (ASA) gives the state an F. This Washington D.C.-based organization publishes an annual report card on state medical cannabis programs, and Virginia has maintained a failing grade since 2015. Moving forward, ASA has a list of suggested changes to turn the untimely and limited program into a progressive plan that will benefit all Virginia residents.
“As the state looks to 2021 ASA recommends that lawmakers focus efforts on authorizing legal retail sale of medical cannabis flower, and authorize registered patients to cultivate cannabis at home to reduce cost and travel burdens on patients,” reports ASA.
Until further changes, Virginia medical cannabis patients now register with the Board of Pharmacy after they are approved by a physician or approved medical assistant.
Since 2019, Virginia allows either a doctor or other specified medical assistant to diagnose and prescribe CBD and THC-infused oils. Now that the list has broadened, patients who suffer from several conditions relieved by medical cannabis can now seek the needed relief. Some of the most common conditions that medical cannabis patients seek mmj cards for include:
Along with having any diagnosable condition, a patient must also prove they are a resident of Virginia with a valid driver’s license or state identification card. The annual medical cannabis card registration fee is $50, which must be paid to the Virginia Board of Pharmacy upon physician approval.
The state allows up to 10mg of THC in a single dose, which can be taken as many times a day prescribed by a certified physician or medical assistant. Forms of allowable medical cannabis include capsules, sprays, tinctures, lozenges, creams, gels, patches, edibles, and inhalation devices. No smokeable flower is allowed. Home growing is not permitted at this time.
A Virginia caregiver must be designated by the state-registered patient as an assistant to be considered for approval. Once named, the caregiver must prove they are a resident of Virginia with a valid driver’s license or state identification card. Once approved, the caregiver will be allowed to purchase medicinal cannabis for the patient.
Virginia, like many states, now has a formal program of medical marijuana cards. The certification process is overseen by the Virginia Department of Health Professions and the Pharmacy Board.
A registered patient can currently only access a 90-day supply of THC-A or CBD oil. Once certified, patients will have access from a pharmaceutical processor to their suggested dosage.
The medical marijuana program is only available to Virginia residents. In applying for a medical marijuana card, one must provide the following: full name, date of birth, address, telephone number, and email address if any, a valid ID, and at least 18 years of age, else you will need to provide consent from a parent or guardian. And a statement that indicates your age and residency. Book your appointment with a doctor provided to you by Veriheal first to review your ailments and medical condition.
The medical evaluation usually takes 10-15 minutes. If you are not approved then your consultation is free. We entail a network of highly qualified medical practitioners who are willing to evaluate any patient to see if they qualify for medical cannabis. We have a 99% approval rate so if you are not approved, you are refunded in full.
No, you can not. You can only get approved for medical marijuana from a practitioner that has registered with the Virginia medical marijuana program. And for that, we provide you a physician so you do not need to go through your primary care physicians.
Any diagnosed condition or disease determined by the physician to benefit from the use of cannabis will qualify you for medical cannabis.
If you have medical records, be sure to provide them. If not, the physician will establish them with you.
The cost is $199 and that covers your medical evaluation, your consultation with a licensed VA practitioner registered with the state, and an authorized certification for medical marijuana purchases. For $379 you and a friend or family member can both get your cards for a nice little discount.
Dispensaries in Virginia have begun to open! Also, Washington, DC dispensaries now offer reciprocity to VA residents. We’ll do our best to continue to add new dispensaries here for you to view.
The bumper sticker "Virginia is for Lovers" is one way to look at the East Coast region that connects the Chesapeake Bay to the Appalachian Mountains, also called the Mother of States. Famous for Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park, Virginia exudes southern charm, sweet tea, and lots of history, like five U.S. presidents calling being born in the region. Civil War battlefields also make up Virginia, which also touts caverns, beaches, natural bridges, islands, and the state capital in Richmond that must be seen if in town. Next time taking a trip to the dispensary is on the calendar, carve out a little extra time to tour some of Virginia's best places below.
This Williamsburg destination is famous for family fun, with adults and adolescents alike having the time of their life at the German-named adventure water and theme park. With attractions and rides based on the Loch Ness Monster and the Alps, visitors get a taste of European folklore and history all year through seasonal events. While enjoying Halloween or Christmas time at the park, there is always a reminder of Europe with park features, including sheep herding by Border Collies. Speaking of animals, on-site petting tours give patrons a real feel for animals.
The American Revolution ended in Jamestown and Yorktown, making the Virginia regions historically critical. Historical churches including Grace Episcopal, and the reconstructed James Fort, give visitors a taste of the past while also enjoying present shopping and fun in New Towne. As a section of Colonial National Park, the small community features more than 170 shops and eateries for inside fun. As for outside adventure the national park also offers excitement between reconstructed Indian villages and replica ships to explore.
Hiking for the day or camping overnight at Shenandoah National Park turns an average 24 hours into an adventure on the Blue Ridge Mountains. Some enjoy taking in the park from Skyline Drive, a famous scenic byway up the mountains, while others visit Dark Hollow Falls, where they can experience loud cascading water as they hike. Old Rag Mountain is another peak to explore in the park, along with Mary’s Rock Summit Trail. No matter what part of Shenandoah National Park locals and visitors tour, they always come back for more. Shenandoah National Park has 500 miles of hiking paths, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and camping sites, lodges and restaurants can be found all over the park. Everywhere there are cascading waterfalls and beauty spots. The park has a multitude of wild creatures including black bears, coyotes, beavers, foxes, deer, and cougars, and more than 200 bird species including wild turkeys, tufted titmice, Carolina chickadees, and barred owls.
Data Last Updated 07/22/2021