Missouri medical cannabis program facts
| Run by | Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Division of Cannabis Regulation |
|---|---|
| How access works | A physician or nurse practitioner certifies you, then you receive a patient ID card |
| Adult use | Adults 21 and older can buy legally after Amendment 3 passed in 2022 |
| State fee | Ask the Division of Cannabis Regulation for the fee currently charged |
| Validity | 3 years |
| Telehealth | In Missouri, certifications can be issued after a telehealth visit. |
Missouri medical cannabis law highlights
- Your medical card lasts three years.
- Compared with adult-use buyers, medical patients get higher purchase limits and pay less tax.
- Nurse practitioners, not just physicians, can certify you.
Conditions that can qualify in Missouri
- Cancer
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Intractable migraines
- Chronic medical conditions causing severe pain or spasms
- Debilitating psychiatric disorders including PTSD
- HIV/AIDS
- Terminal illness
- Any chronic, debilitating condition in the practitioner's judgment
How to get a medical marijuana card in Missouri
Book with My IV Doctors for a 5–10 minute phone or video evaluation
Your physician or nurse practitioner completes your certification
File your application online with the Division of Cannabis Regulation
Get your patient ID card
Shop at licensed dispensaries in Missouri
Missouri medical cannabis rules
- You can buy up to 6 ounces every 30 days.
- You may apply for permission to grow at home.
- Public use and driving while using cannabis are illegal.



