Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Marijuana Card in Pennsylvania (2026)

Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program, overseen by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, allows residents diagnosed with specific serious medical conditions to legally access medical cannabis. Patients must obtain certification from an approved Pennsylvania-licensed physician registered with the program and complete the state’s registration process to receive their medical marijuana ID card for purchases at licensed dispensaries.

Qualifying Medical Conditions

As of 2025, Pennsylvania recognizes the following serious medical conditions for medical marijuana treatment:

  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism
  • Cancer (including remission therapy)
  • Chronic Hepatitis C
  • Chron’s Disease
  • Damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity
  • Dyskinetic and Spastic Movement Disorders
  • Epilepsy
  • Glaucoma
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Huntington’s Disease
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Intractable Seizures
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neurodegenerative Diseases
  • Neuropathies
  • Opioid Use Disorder (for which conventional therapies are ineffective, or adjunctive therapy to primary treatment)
  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Severe Chronic or Intractable Pain (of neuropathic origin or severe chronic pain where conventional therapy is ineffective)
  • Sickle Cell Anemia
  • Terminal Illness (life expectancy under one year)
  • Tourette Syndrome

The state periodically reviews petitions to add new qualifying conditions, and approved physicians may recommend patients based on updated criteria.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be a Pennsylvania resident with proof of residency
  • Be diagnosed with one of the state-approved serious medical conditions
  • Obtain a certification from a Pennsylvania-licensed physician registered with the Medical Marijuana Program
  • Be at least 18 years old; minors must have an approved caregiver

Application Process

  1. Find an Approved Physician: Schedule an appointment with a Pennsylvania-licensed doctor registered with the state program to evaluate and certify your qualifying condition.
  2. Register Online: Create a profile at the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Registry and submit your personal information exactly as it appears on your driver’s license or state ID.
  3. Obtain Certification: Your physician submits your certification directly to the Pennsylvania Department of Health through the online registry.
  4. Pay ID Card Fee: Once certified, log into your registry profile to pay the $50 card issuance fee (reduced fees available for qualifying patients).
  5. Receive Your Card: Your Pennsylvania medical marijuana ID card will be mailed in 2–4 weeks, allowing you to purchase products from licensed dispensaries.

Caregivers and Minors

Patients who are minors or those unable to visit dispensaries may appoint a caregiver. Caregivers must register with the state, pass a background check, and be approved before assisting the patient.

Booking an Appointment with Licensed Doctors

For Pennsylvania residents looking for fast medical marijuana certification, same-day appointments with licensed physicians are available at:

This service offers secure telehealth evaluations with state-approved physicians to help you get certified quickly and easily.

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