Straightforward pricing with no hidden fees. See exactly what each plan includes, how it compares to the optional state MMIC card, and how much most patients save in cannabis taxes each year.
Digital recommendation by email. Same-day approval. Verifiable at every licensed California dispensary by phone and secure portal.
Everything in Basic, plus a wallet-sized plastic ID card mailed to your address. Faster check-in at the dispensary counter.
Everything in Gold, plus a grower's license letter authorizing cultivation of up to 99 plants where medically appropriate.
Separately from the physician's recommendation, California offers an optional state-issued Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC) through each county health department. The MMIC is issued under Health and Safety Code Section 11362.71 and is recognized by law enforcement statewide.
| Item | Standard fee | Medi-Cal fee | Indigent |
|---|---|---|---|
| State MMIC (per year) | Up to $100 | Up to $50 | Often waived |
| Application location | Your county health department, in person | ||
| Validity | One year, renewable annually | ||
Note: the state MMIC is optional. The physician's recommendation alone is what licensed dispensaries actually require for purchase. Most patients only get the physician's recommendation.
California medical cannabis patients are exempt from the state's standard sales and use tax on cannabis purchases under California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34011.2. Depending on your city, that tax runs 7.25% to 11.25% on every dispensary purchase. Here's roughly how much patients save in a year:
| Annual spend at dispensary | Estimated tax saved (9% avg) | Card pays for itself in |
|---|---|---|
| $600 | $54 | ~12 months |
| $1,200 | $108 | ~6 months |
| $2,400 | $216 | ~3 months |
| $4,800 | $432 | ~6 weeks |
For most regular patients, the $55 Basic plan pays for itself within the first few dispensary visits of the year.
Contact our support team before booking to verify eligibility and apply your discount code at checkout.
No. Each plan price is a one-time, all-inclusive fee for a one-year recommendation. No subscriptions, no add-on charges, and no surprise renewals.
You get a 100% refund. Every plan includes our money-back guarantee, so you can complete the visit without any financial risk.
The state MMIC costs up to $100 per year and requires an in-person visit to your county health department. Our $55 Basic plan is faster, fully online, and meets every dispensary's requirement. You can get both if you wish; most patients don't.
Yes, the physician's recommendation is valid for one year, so renewing once per year is required to maintain medical patient status. Our renewal prices match new patient prices and include the same money-back guarantee.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. Payment is processed on a secure encrypted gateway. We do not store full card numbers on our servers.
In some cases, yes. Medical marijuana evaluations can qualify as a medical expense for federal tax purposes if you itemize and the cost (with other medical expenses) exceeds 7.5% of your adjusted gross income. Consult your tax professional for your specific situation.
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