How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Michigan (2026 Complete Guide)

Who qualifies for a medical marijuana card in Michigan?

You qualify for a Michigan medical marijuana card if you are at least 18 years old, a current Michigan resident with a valid state ID, and you have a documented qualifying medical condition. Patients under 18 may qualify with a parent or guardian serving as a designated caregiver.

The Michigan Medical Marihuana Act (MMMA) recognizes the following qualifying conditions: chronic pain, cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, Crohn's disease, agitation of Alzheimer's disease, nail patella syndrome, cachexia/wasting syndrome, severe nausea, severe and persistent muscle spasms (including those caused by multiple sclerosis), seizures (including those caused by epilepsy), PTSD, autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Tourette syndrome, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal cord injury, arthritis, and other chronic medical conditions.

How much does a Michigan medical marijuana card cost in 2026?

Total cost: $150. This breaks down to a $110 phone consultation fee paid to BSS Alternative Wellness, plus a $40 State of Michigan registration fee paid separately to LARA (Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs).

There are no hidden fees. Insurance does not cover medical marijuana evaluations, but consultations are eligible for HSA/FSA reimbursement in some cases.

Step 1: Book your phone consultation

Schedule online at bssaw.com/book. Choose a time that works for you — appointments are available 7 days a week, 9 AM to 9 PM Eastern. Same-day appointments are usually available.

You'll pay the $110 consultation fee at booking. Have a quiet, private space ready for your phone call, along with a list of your current medications and any prior medical records related to your qualifying condition.

Step 2: Speak with a Michigan-licensed physician

At the scheduled time, Dr. Josh Vance, DO (Michigan License #5101016861) calls you. The consultation typically takes 10–15 minutes. Dr. Vance reviews your medical history, qualifying condition, treatments you've already tried, and your goals for medical cannabis therapy.

If your condition qualifies, Dr. Vance issues a physician certification immediately. This certification is the document required by the State of Michigan to register for the MMMP.

Step 3: Choose a state registration option

Michigan offers three ways to register with LARA after receiving your physician certification:

Option 1 — Traditional mail registration: Our Administrative Coordinator mails you a paper application packet. You mail it to the state with a $40 money order or check. Card arrives in 2–3 weeks.

Option 2 — Assisted online registration (most popular): Our Administrative Coordinator submits your registration on the LARA website. You log in and pay the $40 fee online. You receive an approval email the same day.

Option 3 — Self-service online registration: You register yourself on the LARA website using the physician's license number we provide. You pay $40 online and receive same-day approval.

Step 4: Receive your approval and your physical card

For online registration options (2 and 3), you receive your approval email the same day. This email is sufficient documentation to purchase medical cannabis at any licensed Michigan provisioning center.

Your physical Michigan medical marijuana card arrives by mail from the State of Michigan within 2–3 weeks. The card is valid for two years.

What documents do I need?

You'll need a valid Michigan ID (driver's license or state ID) for state registration. For your phone consultation, it helps to have any of the following ready: a list of current medications, recent diagnostic reports related to your qualifying condition, names of previous treating providers, and a description of treatments you've already tried.

You do not need to have all of this — Dr. Vance will work with what you provide. Patients with no prior medical records can still qualify if their condition is clear and well-described during the consultation.

Why choose BSS Alternative Wellness?

Phone consultations only — no travel required, anywhere in Michigan. Open 7 days a week, 9 AM to 9 PM Eastern. Same-day appointments. Same-day state approval available. Board-certified Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. HIPAA-compliant. $110 — transparent pricing, no hidden fees.