Get certified by a licensed Mississippi physician or nurse practitioner.
How to Get Your Card
5 simple steps to your Mississippi medical cannabis card
1
Find a Doctor
Search our directory of licensed MS certifying physicians
2
Book Appointment
Schedule an appointment with a MDOH certified Doctor or Nurse Practitioner
3
Get Certified
Doctor certifies your qualifying condition in the MSDH system
4
Apply for Card
Submit at
msdh.ms.gov with a $25 application fee
5
Visit Dispensary
Card usually available online in 3~5 days. Visit any licensed MS dispensary
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Qualifying Conditions
A licensed Mississippi doctor can certify you if you have any of the following:
- Cancer
- Parkinson’s disease
- Huntington’s disease
- Muscular dystrophy
- Glaucoma
- HIV or AIDS
- PTSD
- Sickle cell anemia
- Chronic or intractable pain
- Severe nausea or vomiting
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Any terminal illness
- Epilepsy or seizure disorders
- Autism
How much does a cannabis certification cost in Mississippi?
Doctor visit costs typically range from $75–$200. The MSDH card application fee is $25.
Can I get certified via telehealth in Mississippi?
Yes. Several Mississippi providers offer telehealth certification appointments statewide — meaning you may be able to get certified from home.
How long does the MMCP card take to arrive?
Once your application is approved by MSDH, your card typically arrives within 5 business days.
How long is a Mississippi medical cannabis card valid?
Cards are valid for one year and must be renewed annually with a new physician certification.
What is the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program (MMCP)?
The MMCP is Mississippi’s state-regulated medical cannabis program administered by the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH). It allows qualifying patients to purchase and use medical cannabis from licensed dispensaries.
Ready to Get Certified?
Browse our directory of licensed Mississippi medical cannabis doctors and book your appointment today.