How-To Get a Medical Marijuana Card in California (CA)

Finding a medical marijuana doctor in California used to be a bit of a challenge, but thanks to California’s telehealth laws, it’s now quick and easy. Where before you’d spend countless minutes (if not hours) using a marijuana doctor locator to find an appropriate medical marijuana clinic nearby, you can now complete the entire cannabis evaluation process from the comfort of your own home, anywhere in California!

How is an Online Marijuana Doctor Visit Different From an In-Person One?

Despite medical marijuana being legal in California for over two decades (and now with recreational marijuana), it’s no secret that most primary care physicians aren’t willing to write patients a doctor’s recommendation for medical cannabis. While many patients try asking their primary doctor for a recommendation (and some have succeeded), most are firmly denied or even asked to find a new doctor.

This uncomfortable reality is what has allowed medical marijuana doctors to thrive in California. While such doctors go by many names — cannabis specialists, weed doctors, pot doctors, 420 doctors, etc., the services they offer are all generally the same. Namely, such doctors are licensed by the medical board of California, and see patients specifically for the purpose of recommending medical cannabis as an alternative treatment option for whatever illness ails them.

Can I Still Find a Medical Marijuana Doctor Near Me in California?

While cannabis doctors are usually easy to find in many California cities (especially the largest ones), it’s indisputable that the experience leaves much to be desired. In most instances, you’ll find yourself in a rough part of town, will end up sitting with strangers in a poorly-maintained waiting room for at least half an hour and probably much longer, and you’ll end up disappointed with the care and attention you receive during your evaluation, not to mention you’ll likely be charged a hefty fee regardless if you’re approved or not.

That’s the old way though. With NuggMD, you’re able to conduct your medical marijuana evaluation 100% online from any internet-connected device in about 10 minutes.

How Does an Online Medical Marijuana Evaluation Work?

Just create an account, fill out a basic medical questionnaire, upload a photo of any U.S. identification, and you’ll be contacted by one of our friendly, licensed doctors immediately after. Once your evaluation is complete, you’ll be approved (the consultation is free otherwise) and will receive an instant electronic version of your recommendation via email. Your official paper copy arrives in the mail a few days later and comes with the doctor’s hand signature and a raised, embossed seal that’s required by all California dispensaries.

There’s no need to look for your nearest medical marijuana evaluation center on Google, our licensed doctor physicians are here to help make your cannabis experience safe and comfortable.

Below you’ll find a list of California cities which complete information on the history of cannabis in that city, laws and ordinances passed around medical marijuana, fun and exciting places to visit after properly medicating yourself, and more!

But keep in mind, you can start our online process and chat with a 420 doctor at any time, the entire process is 100% online!