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NuggMD was started by 3 entrepreneurially minded friends, fresh out of college. They originally set out to create a cannabis delivery platform–like Grubhub or Doordash for cannabis–to make the plant more accessible in their home state of California. And, despite a few speed bumps, they succeeded. However, in the process, their customers clued them into another major problem; getting a medical cannabis card was a serious pain.
So, they got to work exploring California’s laws and building a cutting-edge telemedicine platform specifically designed to support medical cannabis patients and providers. California was one of the first states to allow cannabis recommendations via telemedicine, and it solved a major problem for both medical patients and doctors. Doctors were having trouble differentiating themselves from the less reputable individuals claiming to be “weed doctors,” and patients were having an equally difficult time finding a doctor they could trust. Patients and providers alike were thrilled to have a secure platform to bring them together, and NuggMD took off like a rocket.
What started as a small platform for California patients and doctors has expanded to help over 1,000,000 patients in over 20 states.
At NuggMD, we believe that everyone should have access to medical cannabis, and neither finances nor the awkward social stigma still surrounding this natural and effective treatment should stand in the way of that. Everyone should be able to find a doctor with confidence and know that their doctor is both willing to recommend medical cannabis and knowledgeable about treatment with this amazing plant.
We are a team of cannabis and technology professionals focused on connecting you with state-licensed doctors. Since our founding in 2015, we’ve held ourselves and our partners to the highest standards to ensure every patient we serve is able to access reliable cannabis information, trustworthy medical practitioners, and proactive updates on the cannabis healthcare ecosystem and legislation that may affect their experience as a medical cannabis patient.
Whether you’re a cannabis connoisseur or thinking of becoming a first-time medical marijuana patient, our network of doctors will listen to your needs and give you an honest opinion about whether they think cannabis can help.
Who qualifies for medical marijuana?
Every state has its own medical cannabis laws. There really isn’t much, if any, standardization across states with medical cannabis programs. So, the list of qualifying medical conditions will also vary, quite widely, from one state to the next. It’s best to check your state to find out all the specific factors that can qualify a person for medical cannabis, like age, medical conditions, residency requirements, and any other factors your state considers.
What conditions qualify for medical marijuana?
Each state has its own list of qualifying conditions. Some are much more exhaustive than others, though there are usually some conditions that are common across the board. There are states that have eliminated their list of qualifying medical conditions, and others have decided to leave the decision up to doctors. In those states, a doctor can recommend medical cannabis for any condition they feel will benefit from treatment with cannabis. Choose your state above to learn more about the conditions that may qualify you for medical cannabis.
What are the benefits of a medical marijuana card?
Each state has its own laws, and even those are often changing, as more states legalize cannabis for recreational purposes. Even still, there are usually valuable benefits to being a medical cannabis patient. In many states, like California and Missouri, medical cannabis patients can purchase and possess more cannabis. Patients are also usually allowed to cultivate more cannabis at home (if cultivation is allowed in your state). Most states offer a significant savings in sales and excise tax to patients. Of course, medical cannabis dispensaries are off limits to recreational users in all states, but medical patients can purchase cannabis in both medical and recreational dispensaries, giving them a wider selection of both products and dispensaries to shop in. Check your state’s page for the benefits of being a medical cannabis patient where you live.