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How to qualify for medical marijuana in Illinois?

• Be 18 years of age or older (minors need two physician recommendations as well as consent from their legal guardian),
• Be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition
• Have consent from a physician.
• Be an Illinois state resident with proof of residency

What are the rules for medical marijuana in Illinois?

Use is prohibited in:

• Any public place, such as streets or parks
• In any motor vehicle
• On school grounds, with the exception of medical users
• Near someone under the age of 21
• Near an on-duty school bus driver, police officer, firefighter or corrections officer

What are the qualifying conditions for medical marijuana in Illinois?

Illinois Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions. Qualifying medical conditions for medical marijuana (as listed in Illinois House Bill 1): cancer; glaucoma; human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) hepatitis C; severe fibromyalgia

Can you get prescribed marijuana in Illinois?

Today, we look at medical marijuana in Illinois. Illinois is among 31 states that have medical cannabis laws allowing people with certain conditions to use marijuana and other cannabis derivatives for treatment. Medical cannabis is found in a variety of forms, including marijuana flower, edibles and tinctures, among others.

What is cannabis tracking system?

All statewide licensees use the California Cannabis Track and Trace (CCTT) system to track the movement of cannabis and cannabis products through the supply chain. This is known as “seed to sale” tracking.

Who can prescribe cannabis in Illinois?

Step 1: Get Your Patient Certificate Any medical practitioner in Illinois can certify that a patient has a qualifying medical condition from the list of approved conditions. However, you must have a bona fide physician-patient relationship.

What is the Illinois medical cannabis Pilot Program?

The State of Illinois has enacted the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, overseen by the Illinois Department of Public Health, which allows for the use of medical cannabis by qualifying patients for treatment of specific qualifying medical conditions.

What is Ictsmmdd?

Your password should be entered in the following format: ADULT PATIENTS: ICTSMMDD (MMDD being the month and day of your birthdate) MINOR PATIENTS: ICTSMMDD (MMDD being the month and day of the adult caregiver's birthdate) *Please note you have to actually use the letters ICTS before your birthdate numbers!

Can any doctor prescribe medical cannabis in Illinois?

To get medical weed, you must get a certificate from your doctor. They must be a medical doctor (“MD”) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (“DO”).

Does anxiety qualify for medical Marijuanas in Illinois?

Opacity. An Illinois advisory board has voted against recommending that anxiety and diabetes be added to the list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana.

How many plants can a caregiver grow in Illinois?

You can grow up to 5 cannabis plants in your home. They must be in a locked room, with no access to anyone under 21. It must be outside of public view and with permission from the owner.

What is the difference between MCPP and Oapp?

The OAPP, which is part of the Medical Cannabis Pilot Program (MCPP), was created through the Alternative to Opioids Act of 2018. The OAPP allows access to medical cannabis for individuals who have or could receive a prescription for opioids as certified by a physician licensed in Illinois.

Is it hard to get a medical card in Illinois?

Applying for your Medical Card in Illinois is now easier and faster than ever! You can complete your telemedicine visits with us within one week. Once you complete the required telemedicine visits with our doctors, we will provide you with the Physician Certification.

How do I change my dispensary in Illinois?

Normally, patients are limited to choosing one dispensary at a time from which they can buy. They must register through the state to change locations and must be verified on the state's BioTrack system.

When did the compassionate use of medical cannabis program become effective?

Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program. On August 12, 2019 , changes to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program became effective. The Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act is a permanent program and the “pilot” designation has been removed.

When will the MCPP be available?

Qualifying patients who have these debilitating medical conditions may begin submitting applications beginning August 12, 2019.

Technical Assistance

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is converting the existing Medical Cannabis Registry to a new system – Entellitrak. The conversion process will require the current system to go down beginning June 7, 2021.

Referral Sources

Monthly Medical Cannabis Patient Program data can be found on the statewide Medical Cannabis Pilot Program website.

Contact Information

IDPH does not offer onsite assistance, but we are able to answer your questions or process your requests via email.

Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program

In August 2013, Illinois became the 20th state to authorize a program for the cultivation and dispensing of cannabis for medical purposes. The Medical Cannabis Registry Program is a statewide program that allows patients access to medical marijuana who meet one of the qualifying conditions.

Illinois Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act

Monthly Medical Cannabis Patient Program data can be found on the statewide Medical Cannabis Pilot Program website.

Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program

In August 2013, Illinois became the 20th state to authorize a program for the cultivation and dispensing of cannabis for medical purposes. The Medical Cannabis Registry Program is a statewide program that allows patients access to medical marijuana who meet one of the qualifying conditions.

Illinois Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act

Monthly Medical Cannabis Patient Program data can be found on the statewide Medical Cannabis Pilot Program website.

Starting MCPP Patient Application

New Applicants: Select +New MCPP Patient Registration to begin a MCPP application. If you are not sure which program to apply for, talk to your health care provider before starting your application.

Health Care Provider Certification Upload

To add a health care provider certification, click + New. NOTE: Health care provider’s certifications are only valid for 90 days from the date of in-person/telemedicine examination.

Renewal Instructions

If you want to continue with the MCPP program, submit an extension or renewal prior to the card expiring. Refer to the Qualifying Patient Extension instructions for the extension process. An email will be sent to you when it is time to renew your card. Sign into the system using your username and password.

Starting MCPP Patient Renewal Application

You need to select a 1-year, 2-years’, or 3-years’ timeframe for the renewal application. Note: If your medical condition is lifelong, the timeframe will be automatically set by the system for a three-years term. You will have to answer the caregiver question.

Cancelling or Adding a Caregiver in the Renewal Application

If you are not on the MCPP Patient Caregiver tab, select the MCPP Patient Caregiver tab.

Health Care Provider Certification Upload

To add a health care provider certification, click on the Provider Certification tab and then + New. NOTE: Health care provider’s certifications are only valid for 90 days from the date of in-person/telemedicine examination.