Arizona Medical Marijuana Card Renewal

How to Renew Medical Marijuana Card in Arizona in 2024

Does Arizona Allow Medical Marijuana Card Renewal Online?

Yes, the Arizona Department of Health Services accepts initial and renewal applications for medical marijuana cards online. To renew your Arizona medical marijuana card online, visit the Arizona Department of Health Services portal and enter your first and last name and your current medical marijuana card number to commence the renewal process. However, for a step-by-step guide, follow the process outlined below:

• Print and review the Qualifying Patient Checklist. This checklist will assist you in compiling the required information and supporting documentation in order to complete the renewal application process
• Visit the ADHS Medical Marijuana Frequently Asked Questions webpage for more detailed information and specifics regarding qualifying patients
• Print the Medical Marijuana Physician Certification form from the ADHS website. This form must be downloaded, taken to your physician, and completed
• Print, sign, and date the Medical Marijuana Patient Attestation
• Before you begin your online application, you will need specific images and other documents that must be uploaded with your application. The required documents and formatting instructions are listed in the Qualifying Patient Checklist
• Once all information and documentation from the Qualifying Patient Checklist have been obtained and properly formatted, you may begin the online application. Ensure all information is completed. After completing the fields, you will be prompted to upload the required documentation
• You will need a MasterCard or Visa to pay your application fee. A prepaid card, debit card, or credit card may be used in completing the payment. Note that application fees are non-refundable
• Select “Continue” to return to the ADHS online system once you have successfully paid the application fee. The system retains a copy of your application under the Application History menu
• Once successfully submitted through the ADHS online system, ADHS will review your application. If approved, you will receive an automatically-generated email indicating your approval. If more information is needed or the application has deficiencies, you will be notified and provided with further instructions on correcting and resubmitting your application
• Upon approval, your registry identification card will be electronically available within the Individual Licensing Portal. You may download the card to your mobile device or print it out

How Often Do You Have to Renew Your Medical Marijuana Card in Arizona?

An Arizona medical marijuana card is valid for two years from the issue date. Cardholders are required to renew their cards before their expiration. Note that if you opt not to renew your medical marijuana card and the card expires, the associated caregiver's card will also be voided. Also, any intent to renew an Arizona medical marijuana card after expiration will require a new application for you and your designated caregiver.

Do You Need a Medical Marijuana Card Renewal Doctor in Arizona?

According to Arizona law, a physician's written certification dated within 90 calendar days of a renewal application must be submitted with a medical marijuana card renewal application. Hence, you need a medical marijuana card renewal doctor in Arizona before you may complete your renewal application. Arizona allows Doctors of Medicine, Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine, and Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine to issue medical marijuana certifications. The state does not keep a list or database of physicians who can issue medical marijuana certifications.

Arizona Medical Marijuana Card Renewal Cost

Arizona medical marijuana renewal fee varies depending on the status of the patient. In accordance with Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R9-17-102, the fee for a renewal application is the same as the initial application fee:

• Qualifying patient: $150
• Qualifying patient eligible for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): $75
• Minor patient (includes caregiver): $350 or $275 if SNAP eligible
• Designated caregiver: $200

Note that you will be required to pay a consultation fee when visiting your physician to obtain a medical marijuana card. This fee varies from one physician to the other and may go as high as $200.

Where to Do Medical Marijuana Card Renewal Near Me in Arizona

Medical marijuana cards are renewed online in Arizona and not at any physical locations. The AZDHS licensing portal is the only officially recognized means of renewing Arizona medical marijuana cards.

Can I Use a Medical Marijuana Card from Another State in Arizona?

Arizona offers limited reciprocity under its medical marijuana program to visiting qualifying patients. To be considered a legal visiting qualifying patient, you must:

• Not be a resident of the State of Arizona or have resided in the state for less than 30 days
• Have been diagnosed with a condition recognized under the Arizona medical marijuana act
• Have a medical marijuana card or its equivalent issued pursuant to the laws of another state

An out-of-state medical marijuana card offers the same legal protection to the cardholders as an Arizona medical marijuana card issued under the Arizona medical marijuana program, except that the patient may not purchase medical marijuana in Arizona. Out-of-state medical marijuana patients may possess up to 70 grams of usable cannabis.