How do I know if my pain qualifies me for medical marijuana?
Severe, chronic pain qualifies you under MMMP guidelines. Severity of pain is often difficult to quantify. As physicians, we are tasked with ballancing benefits and risks of various treatments for our patients in a compassionate manner. Pain that interferes with daily activities such as mobility, work, family interaction and sleep can take a toll on patients and their families. Unrelenting chronic pain, can color every aspect of a patient’s life, and greatly reduce quality of life. If your pain is adversely affecting multiple aspects of your life on an ongoing basis, you may qualify.
I don’t have a regular doctor. Can I still come to you for medical marijuana endorsement?
Yes. If you do not have an outside provider we can establish you in our office for the purposes of medical marijuana endorsement. You will need an outside primary care provider to manage your other medical needs.
How long does this whole process take?
We will work with you to expedite this process. When you request information it will be sent out on the same or next business day. Exams will be scheduled as soon as medical records are procured. Finalized application packets can be mailed from our office on the day of your exam. The State of Michigan – MMMP is currently experiencing a backlog of applications. They reportedly are ramping up and these delays should be resolving. Here are some ways to expedite your application:
1) Be sure you give us a valid way of contacting you when you request information.
2) Complete as much of your paperwork as possible before your appointment.
3) Complete your application checklist for MMMP prior to your appointment.
4) Incomplete applications will GREATLY DELAY processing by the MMMP.
5) We must have a signed medical record release before we can begin the process. You can also get the records yourself and send them to:
U-MEDCENTER
67892 M-152
Dowagiac, Michigan 49047
How much does getting a MMMP card cost?
The state of Michigan charges $100 for the application and for yearly renewals. They offer a need-based discount which is discussed on the MMMP website . Our charges: $200 for initial qualification exam, $150 for yearly renewals. If you have already established a physician-patient relationship regarding your current medical issue your total cost should be $300 ($100 to state, $200 for qualifying exam).
Our payment policy: We accept only cash or money order on the day of service. No personal checks, no insurance billing, no credit cards, no exceptions. We can do a “lay-away” if you like.
What if I have marijuana-related legal issues pending?
We respectfully ask that you resolve any outstanding marijuana-related legal issues before seeking endorsement through our clinic.
