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Can my provider approve more than 5 ounces for my monthly allotment
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Who determines whether a patient needs a primary caregiver?
A physician, physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who certifies a patient for the palliative use of marijuana is also responsible for assessing whether the patient needs a primary caregiver. The Department of Consumer Protection will not register a primary caregiver for a patient unless the need for the caregiver is documented by the patient's physician, PA or APRN in his or her written certification to the Department.
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How can I certify a patient to use medical marijuana?
A physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse certifies, utilizing the Department's online form, that a particular patient has been diagnosed with a disease that makes the patient eligible for the palliative use of marijuana and, based on a medically reasonable assessment of the patient's medical history and medical condition, the potential benefits to the patient from the palliative use of marijuana would likely outweigh the health risks.
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Can an employer decide not to hire someone or decide to fire, or otherwise penalize or threaten that person, solely because the person is qualified to use medical marijuana?
No. An employer, however, may prohibit the use of intoxicating substances during work hours or discipline an employee for being intoxicated while at work.
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Can I have medical marijuana or cannabis products delivered to my home?
You may have medical marijuana products delivered to your home by a licensed delivery service.
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How do I register as a patient?
The first step is to make an appointment with the physician, physician assistant (PA), or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) treating you for the debilitating condition for which you seek to use marijuana.
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Does the law require health insurers to cover medical marijuana?
No. The law explicitly says it does not.
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Register for a Medical Marijuana Card for Minors
Step-by-Step Guide for Parents or Guardians to Register a Minor Patient
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My medical condition is not listed as one that would make me eligible for medical marijuana. Can medical conditions be added to the list?
The Commissioner of Consumer Protection has established a Board of Physicians made up of board-certified physicians and surgeons. The board will recommend to the Department of Consumer Protection any additional medical conditions, medical treatments, or diseases to be added to the list of medical conditions that qualify for the palliative use of marijuana.
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Who is eligible to use medical marijuana?
To qualify, a patient needs to be diagnosed by a Connecticut-licensed physician, physician assistant (PA), or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) as having one of the debilitating medical conditions that is specifically identified in the law.
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Physician/PA/APRN Requirements and Eligibility
Requirements for providers who wish to certify a patient for medical marijuana.
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How do I register for a medical marijuana card for a minor with a qualifying medical condition?
A parent or guardian of a minor child (individual under the age of 18 years) with a qualifying condition may complete the process for a medical marijuana card for the minor.
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Primary Caregivers - Registration Process
If a patient’s physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse certifies the need for the patient to have a primary caregiver, the patient may register one person to act as their caregiver with respect to their palliative use of marijuana.
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As a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse, how can I get a copy of the form that allows me to certify my qualifying patients for the palliative use of marijuana?
The Department has developed an online registration process so that you can certify your patients electronically.
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Medical Marijuana Board of Physicians -- Meeting Agendas & Minutes
Board meetings are held at the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, 450 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, Connecticut and are open to the public.
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Public Hearings
The Board of Physicians regularly holds public hearings regarding the Medical Marijuana Program, including on the review of petitions to add medical conditions
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