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Iowa Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

Marijuana Dispensaries Near Me

  • Will my insurance or Medicaid pay for my marijuana?
    We encourage you to contact your insurance provider or Medicaid official for an answer; however, we are not aware of any insurance providers that cover the costs of medical marijuana as of right now.
  • Can my employer still drug test me for marijuana if I am a registered patient?
    Unfortunately, the answer is yes, they can. Iowa does not provide protection to medical marijuana patients from employee drug testing. It will be left to the discretion of each employer whether they wish to recognize an employee's medical marijuana approval as an exemption to company drug testing policies. However, employers are prohibited from discriminating against an individual in hiring, termination, or any term or condition of employment based on an individual’s past or present status as a caregiver or a medical marijuana patient.
  • What is the cost for a medical marijuana card in Iowa?
    We feel strongly that if you qualify for medical marijuana, you shouldn't have trouble accessing it due to cost. As such, we offer a variety of payment methods, including monthly payment plan options and discounts for veterans, as well as referral discounts to those who spread the word about our services. After the first appointment, all required follow-ups are free for 12 months.
  • ​Where can I purchase medical marijuana?
    Once you have obtained a recommendation from a certified doctor and received your Iowa medical marijuana card, you'll be able to purchase medical marijuana at any of the licensed dispensaries located throughout the state of Iowa.
  • Are patients allowed to grow their own medical marijuana?
    No, patients in Iowa are prohibited from growing medical marijuana at home under Iowa law. All medical marijuana is required to be purchased from one of the state-approved dispensary locations.
  • Can minors get a medical marijuana card?
    Yes, minors are allowed to get a medical card but they must have a designated caregiver. The parent or legal guardian will apply for the card on behalf of the patient, and once the card is issued, the parent or legal guardian will then apply to be the designated caregiver. The minor will not be issued a card, only the caregiver will.
  • If my registry identification card expired and I didn’t submit my renewal application before the deadline, am I still eligible to purchase Medical Marijuana?
    No. When your card expires, the legal protection offered by the Iowa Medical Marijuana Act is expired.
  • How do you become a caregiver?
    Caregivers must be 18+ and apply online to become a caregiver. An individual may act as a caregiver for multiple patients, and a patient may have unlimited caregivers at any one time. Caregivers for an adult patient will not be approved until a patient has been issued their card and will have to pay a state fee of $25. Caregivers must be added to a patient's Health Care Practitioner Certification form and must renew certification & card annually if added to patient's renewal. You can apply to become a caregiver at: https://hhs.iowa.gov/omc
  • What is a designated caregiver, and how many can I have?
    A designated caregiver is a person who is selected by a patient to possess and obtain marijuana from a medical marijuana dispensary and to dispense and assist them when they use marijuana. A patient may have unlimited caregivers at any one time. It is not legal for caregivers to consume medical marijuana that has been dispensed on behalf of a registered patient. Further, a designated caregiver is not prohibited from receiving compensation or reimbursement of expenses from their patient for assisting them with the medical use of marijuana. You can apply to become a caregiver at: https://hhs.iowa.gov/omc
  • I received my registry identification card, but my name is misspelled (or has other incorrect information). What do I do?
    If your Iowa medical marijuana card has incorrect information like a misspelled name, you'll need to contact the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to get it corrected. Here's what you should do: 1. Contact the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services: Email: medical.cannabis@hhs.iowa.gov Phone: (877) 214-9313 2. Explain the Issue: Clearly state that your card has incorrect information and provide the correct information. 3. Provide Necessary Information: Be prepared to provide your: Full Name. Date of Birth. Driver's License Number/State ID Number. Email address associated with your medical cannabis registry account. Registration Number. A copy of your photo ID, if requested. 4. Follow Instructions: The Iowa Health and Human Services will provide you with instructions on how to proceed with the correction process. This may involve submitting a form or providing additional documentation. Important Note: Do not attempt to alter or correct the information on your card yourself. Once a replacement card is issued, the prior card is no longer valid. Follow the instructions provided by the Iowa Health and Human Services to ensure your information is corrected properly and a new, valid card is issued
  • Can a caregiver also be a registered qualifying patient?
    Yes, a medical marijuana caregiver can also be a registered qualifying patient if they meet the eligibility requirements for both.
  • How much medical marijuana can be purchased from an Iowa dispensary?
    Medical marijuana patients are eligible to purchase 4.5 grams of THC every 90 days. However, there is a 4.5g THC wavier that allows select patients to access more medical marijuana. For patients certified for a terminal illness, a healthcare practitioner may recommend more THC per 90-days. In this case, the patient's original healthcare practitioner can only certify them for additional THC after the patient has participated in the program This form is to be utilized by healthcare practitioners to increase a patient's 'THC per 90-day' purchase limit after participation in the program. The specific amount of THC per 90-days must be indicated by the patient's original certifying healthcare practitioner: 4.5g THC Waiver Form. After your waiver has been completed by your certifying practitioner, patients must verify their account and submit the waiver. Please note that this form must be completed by the practitioner who originally certified the patient.
  • When will I receive my identification card?
    Patients will receive their identification card within 1 week of application, if their application is approved.
  • If my registry identification card is lost, stolen or damaged what do I do and is there a fee to replace the card?
    1. Obtain a Replacement Card: Contact the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): You can contact the Iowa Medical Cannabidiol program by emailing them at medical.cannabidiol@idph.iowa.gov or calling (515) 725-2076 to inquire about the process for replacing your card. Provide Necessary Documentation: You will likely need to provide a valid form of photo identification, like a driver's license or non-operator's ID, to verify your identity and registration. 2. Is there a fee to replace the card? No replacement fee: Iowa law doesn't specify a fee for replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged medical cannabidiol registration card. However, there's a fee for a new medical cannabidiol registration card, which might be relevant if you're not simply replacing an existing card, but rather applying for a new one.
  • How do I register with the state?
    Patients must submit a digital photo of their State ID or Driver's License Patients must upload the completed Health Care Practitioner Certification form (HCPC) If applicable, patients must submit their Reduced Fee Verification documents Social Security Disability benefit notice Supplemental Security Income payment receipt Iowa Medicaid card Government Document indicating Veteran status Pay state fee of $100 / $25 with Reduced Fee Verification document Once patients submit their application to the state, patients should keep an eye out for their application reference number. The application reference number is found in verification email sent by DHHR. The application processing could take up to 1 week and patients will receive their valid digital card in their email as a pdf attachment.
  • Do I qualify for medical marijuana in the state of Iowa?
    Iowa's Department of Health has approved a number of qualifying conditions that allow patients to access medical marijuana in Iowa. The qualifying conditions identified by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services include: ​Cancer – if the illness or its treatment produces one or more of the following: severe or chronic pain, nausea or severe vomiting, cachexia or severe wasting Seizures Crohn’s disease Chronic pain Multiple Sclerosis with severe and persistent muscle spasms AIDS or HIV (as defined in Iowa Code, section 141A.1) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Parkinson’s disease Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Any terminal illness with a probable life expectancy of under one year – if the illness or its treatment produces one or more of the following: severe or chronic pain, nausea or severe vomiting, cachexia or severe wasting Ulcerative colitis Severe, intractable pediatric autism with self-injurious or aggressive behaviors Severe, intractable autism with self-injurious or aggressive behaviors Corticobasal Degeneration
  • Is my personal information kept confidential?
    The privacy of our patients is a top priority of ours, so we go through great lengths to ensure all patient information is protected and kept confidential in our file storage system. We also promise to never share any of your contact information with any third parties.
  • Am I guaranteed to get approved for medical marijuana after my appointment?
    We can’t guarantee approval for anyone, as the doctor is the only person that makes the determination whether or not a patient qualifies. To make it more likely that you receive approval from the doctor, we recommend that you bring as much information as possible to your appointment regarding your medical condition and past treatments. However, you do not have to worry as the entire cost of an appointment will be a nominal flat fee if you, for whatever reason, are not approved by the doctor.
  • How do I get an Iowa medical marijuana card?
    To obtain your Iowa medical marijuana card, you need to have an Iowa medical marijuana doctor confirm that you suffer from one or more of the qualifying conditions and recommend medical marijuana to you. Our staff at Iowa Marijuana Card is here to simplify the process, connecting you with a certified doctor and filing all your necessary paperwork! Steps to Obtaining a Card: Schedule an appointment Complete our patient intake form and make your payment Provide medical records that demonstrate your qualifying condition OR pay a $39 Diagnosis Fee Attend your telemedicine physician consultation Once approved, the physician will complete the Health Care Practitioner Certification (HCPC) and email it directly to the patient
  • Can a caregiver have more than one patient?
    Yes, a caregiver may serve more than one patient. A caregiver must apply for a registry card for each patient.
  • Why do I need an Iowa medical marijuana card?
    An Iowa medical marijuana card shows that your name has been added to the Iowa medical marijuana registry by a licensed Iowa physician and that the patient is a legal Iowa registered medical marijuana patient. With this card, you can: 1. Buy marijuana from dispensaries in the state of Iowa 2. Possess marijuana and marijuana products in the state of Iowa 3. Consume marijuana and marijuana products in the state of Iowa
  • Does Iowa have reciprocity with other states?
    As of right now, Iowa does not have medical marijuana reciprocity with other states. This means that there are no out-of-state dispensary purchases allowed. However if you are visiting Iowa, you are allowed to bring your own medical marijuana products, as long as it meets Iowa's product requirements and you must have a medical marijuana card from your home state.
  • What types of medical marijuana products are available in Iowa?
    Oral forms-tablets Capsules Liquids Tinctures and sublingual forms Topical forms: Gels Ointments Creams Lotions Transdermal patches Nebulizable (inhaled forms) Suppositories Vaporization Raw flower is NOT an allowed form in Iowa.
  • Bud & Mary's - Sioux City
    5700 Sunnybrook Drive Sioux City, IA 51106 ​ Hours: Sun: Closed Mon: 11a-6p Tues-Fri: 10a-6p Sat: 9a-3p
  • Iowa Cannabis Company - Council Bluffs
    3615 9th Ave Council Bluffs IA 51501 Hours: Mon-Sun 10am – 6pm
  • Bud & Mary's - Windsor Heights
    7239 Apple Valley Drive Windsor Heights, IA 50324 ​ Hours: Sun: Closed Mon-Fri: 9a-8p‍ Sat: 9a-5p
  • Iowa Cannabis Company East
    322 Highway 1 W Iowa City, IA 52245 ​ Hours: Mon-Sun 9am – 9pm
  • Iowa Cannabis Company - Waterloo
    1955 Laporte Road Waterloo, IA 50702 ​ Hours: Mon-Sun 10am – 6pm

Iowa medical marijuana dispensaries are here, and hopefully, more will be opening soon! Whether you're looking for a medical marijuana dispensary near me or preparing to visit one of the state’s licensed locations to get medical weed in Iowa, now is the time to get your medical card and explore your options.​

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Still looking for a medical marijuana doctor? We're going to start seeing patients soon, so make sure you reserve your appointment! Once we start seeing patients, we've got you covered with telemedicine appointments. You'll be able to get evaluated and certified in the comfort of your home.​​

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Medical Marijuana Near Me | Find the Nearest Dispensary

Closest Dispensary to Me

As of right now, the Iowa Medical Cannabis Program has only released 5 medical marijuana dispensaries, making it difficult for everyone to access the relief they need. Lawmakers are trying to expand the number of dispensaries by advancing a bill called Senate File 46. This bill is currently being discussed and would potentially double the number of authorized dispensaries in the state, increasing it from 5 to 10. Although 10 is not that many, it is still a step in the right direction for patients in Iowa getting more access.

 

Licensed medical marijuana dispensaries near me will be located in the main cities in Iowa, and the Iowa Medical Cannabis Program is working to ensure that the dispensary network is accessible statewide. If you’re wondering where to get your medical marijuana card to access medical weed in Iowa, our team can guide you. Having a medical card allows you to legally purchase medical marijuana products tailored to your needs, including options like cannabis tinctures and THC tinctures, which offer fast-acting relief for many conditions. 

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Medical cannabis in Iowa is no longer limited to low-THC cannabidiol products. However, there is a limit on the total amount of THC that can be purchased every 90 days (4.5 grams). Smoking and vaping cannabis are prohibited. Only oral, topical, and other non-inhalable forms are permitted. Patients must have a valid state-issued card and may only purchase from licensed dispensaries. Unregistered use, even of low-THC products, is illegal under Iowa law.

What Products Are Available at Iowa Dispensaries?

A variety of Iowa medical marijuana products are available at Iowa marijuana dispensaries, including:​​​​​​​​

  • Oral forms - tablets, capsules, liquids, tinctures, and sublingual forms

  • Topical forms - gels, ointments, creams, lotions, and transdermal patches

  • Nebulizable - inhaled forms

  • Suppositories - rectal and vaginal

  • Vaporization 

Please note that smoking and vaping cannabis are prohibited.

 

Once we start seeing patients, our doctors will be able to recommend products that may be best for you and your qualifying condition.  You may be surprised by how effective a THC tincture or cannabis tincture can be for chronic symptoms.

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