DR. GREEN RELIEF
Kansas City Marijuana Doctors
Getting a medical marijuana card in Kansas City starts with a certification from a physician or nurse practitioner licensed in Missouri. Missouri law lets a physician examine you by video when the standard of care allows, so patients on the Missouri side of the Kansas City metro can be evaluated from home. If you qualify, your physician completes your certification, and you apply for your ID card through Missouri’s medical marijuana program. Our Missouri medical marijuana card page lists each step of the DHSS application, from the 30-day certification window to your patient ID card.
Missouri cards are valid for three years, and patients can buy up to 6 ounces every 30 days at licensed dispensaries. Adult-use buyers may carry only 3 ounces, and medical sales carry a 4% state marijuana tax, not 6%. Kansas does not have a medical marijuana program (K.S.A. 21-5706), so your Missouri card only applies on the Missouri side of the state line. The state card fee is $28.92, paid to DHSS with your online application.
Missouri-licensed physicians and nurse practitioners can certify qualifying patients to buy and use medical marijuana
Purchase up to 6 oz of dried, unprocessed marijuana, or its equivalent, every 30 days, and possess up to 12 oz.
Getting a Medical Marijuana Card in Kansas City
To qualify, you need a condition covered under Missouri law. These include cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, intractable migraines, chronic conditions that cause severe, persistent pain or muscle spasms, debilitating psychiatric disorders such as PTSD (diagnosed by a state-licensed psychiatrist), HIV/AIDS, and terminal illness. A physician or nurse practitioner may also certify other chronic or debilitating conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, sickle cell anemia, hepatitis C, or agitation of Alzheimer’s disease. You’ll need a government-issued photo ID and a recent color photo for your state application.
BENEFITS
Telemedicine Under RSMo 191.1146
Less Taxes On Purchases
Larger Purchase & Possession Limits
$28.92 State Card, 3 Years
Missouri Medical Marijuana Card Program
Missouri voters approved medical marijuana in 2018 through a constitutional amendment, now Article XIV of the Missouri Constitution. To join the program, you need a certification from a Missouri-licensed physician or nurse practitioner, and you must apply online with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services within 30 days of the certification date. Adults 21 and older can also buy adult-use marijuana, but a medical card comes with a lower state marijuana tax and a higher purchase limit.
QUALIFYING MEDICAL CONDITIONS
AIDS / HIV
Cachexia
Chronic Pain
Cancer
Multiple Sclerosis
Tourette syndrome
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
PTSD
Missouri Marijuana Card Cost
There are two costs: the physician evaluation and the state ID card fee of $28.92, paid directly to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Your state card is valid for three years.
Missouri Medical Marijuana Laws
A Missouri medical card lets you buy up to 6 ounces every 30 days. Medical purchases carry a 4% state marijuana tax, compared with 6% for adult-use purchases, and adult-use sales can also carry local marijuana taxes.
Kansas City Marijuana Dispensaries
Once your card is approved, you can shop at state-licensed dispensaries in Kansas City. Dr. Green Relief has no office in Kansas City or anywhere else in Missouri, so check the DHSS list of licensed dispensaries before you go.
SEE IF YOU QUALIFY
Missouri Medical Marijuana Card Cost
Missouri Telehealth
Evaluation
$129/visit
Video Visit With A Missouri-Licensed Physician
Missouri Requires A History Review And Exam, Even By Video
3-Year Patient ID Card (State Term)
$28.92 State Card Fee Paid To DHSS
Missouri Cannabis
Card State Fee
$28.92/state fee
Missouri Physician Or Nurse Practitioner May Certify
Same Fee For A New Or Renewed Patient Card
3-Year Patient ID Card (State Term)
$28.92 State Card Fee Paid To DHSS
Missouri Cannabis
Card Term
3 years
Each Renewal Needs A New Certification
Renew 30 To 60 Days Before It Expires
3-Year Patient ID Card (State Term)
$28.92 State Card Fee Paid To DHSS
MISSOURI PROGRAM HELP LINE
OTHER MISSOURI CITY GUIDES
FAQs
How do I get a medical marijuana card in Kansas City?
First, get a certification from a Missouri-licensed physician or nurse practitioner. Next, apply online with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) within 30 days of your certification. You will select the certification your practitioner filed, add a photo ID and a color photo from the last 3 months, and pay the fee. Your Missouri card protects you only on the Missouri side of the Kansas City metro, so plan purchases there.
Can I get my Missouri medical card evaluation online?
Yes. Missouri allows telemedicine evaluations when the standard of care does not require an in-person visit. The physician must still review your history and examine you well enough to diagnose your condition.
What conditions qualify for a medical card in Missouri?
Qualifying conditions include cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, intractable migraines, HIV/AIDS, and terminal illness. They also include chronic conditions that cause severe, persistent pain or muscle spasms, and debilitating psychiatric disorders such as PTSD when diagnosed by a state-licensed psychiatrist. A physician or nurse practitioner may also certify other chronic or debilitating conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, sickle cell anemia, or agitation of Alzheimer’s disease.
How much does a Missouri medical marijuana card cost?
There are two costs. The first is the physician evaluation. A new patient visit with Dr. Green Relief is $129. The second is the state ID card fee of $28.92, paid directly to DHSS. The state fee covers the full three years the card is valid.
How long is a Missouri medical marijuana card valid?
Missouri patient ID cards are valid for three years. You can submit your renewal between 60 and 30 days before your card expires, along with a new certification from a Missouri-licensed physician or nurse practitioner.
Can I use my Missouri medical card in Kansas?
No. Kansas does not have a medical marijuana program, and possession is a criminal offense there. Your Missouri card only protects you under Missouri law, so do not carry cannabis across the state line into Kansas.
How much marijuana can I buy with a medical card in Missouri?
Patients can buy up to 6 ounces of dried marijuana, or its equivalent, every 30 days, unless a physician or nurse practitioner certifies a higher amount. Patients can possess up to a 60-day supply. Adult-use shoppers are limited to 3 ounces per purchase.
Is a medical card worth it now that recreational marijuana is legal in Missouri?
For many patients, yes. Medical sales carry a 4% state marijuana tax against 6% for adult use, and local governments may add up to 3% more on adult-use sales only. Regular sales tax applies to both. Medical patients may also possess a 60-day supply, which DHSS sets at 12 ounces, while adult-use shoppers may carry 3 ounces.
