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North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card Evaluations – Online or In Person

Find out whether you qualify for a North Dakota medical marijuana card. Meet with Dr. Charlotte Ewals, DNP, FNP-BC, for a personalized medical cannabis evaluation, transparent pricing, and guidance through the entire state application process.

Do You Qualify for a North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card?

North Dakota residents age 19 or older with a state-recognized medical condition and written certification from a licensed healthcare provider.

North Dakota Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions

What conditions qualify for a medical marijuana card in North Dakota?

Mental Health & Neurological Conditions

  • Anxiety disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Migraine
  • Neuropathy (nerve damage)
  • Epilepsy
  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Tourette syndrome
  • Brain injury
  • Agitation associated with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia
  • Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS / Lou Gehrig's disease)

Chronic Pain & Other Medical Conditions

  • Fibromyalgia
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
  • Spinal stenosis or chronic back pain, including neuropathy or spinal cord nerve damage with objective neurological indications of intractable spasticity
  • Cancer
  • Crohn's disease
  • Glaucoma
  • Endometriosis
  • Interstitial cystitis (bladder pain syndrome)
  • Anorexia nervosa
  • Bulimia nervosa
  • HIV-positive status
  • Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
  • Decompensated cirrhosis caused by hepatitis C
  • Terminal illness

Severe Qualifying Symptoms

A chronic or debilitating disease, medical condition, or its treatment may also qualify when it causes:

  • Severe debilitating pain: Pain unresponsive to previously prescribed medication or surgical measures for more than three months, or where other treatment options caused serious side effects
  • Cachexia or wasting syndrome
  • Intractable nausea
  • Seizures
  • Severe, persistent muscle spasms, including those associated with multiple sclerosis (MS)

Fastest Way to Get ND Medical Marijuana Card

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Choose an in-person appointment in Grand Forks or a telehealth visit from anywhere in North Dakota.
Have your medical records, current medication information, and North Dakota ID ready.

North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card Cost

New Patients
  • Medical evaluation: $250
  • North Dakota state application fee: $40 (paid to North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (ND HHS))
  • Total: $290
Returning Alternative Health Patients
  • Medical recertification evaluation: $230
  • State renewal fee: $40 (paid separately to ND HHS)
  • Total: $270

What Is Included in Your Medical Card Evaluation?

  • Review of your medical history
  • Assessment of medical marijuana eligibility
  • Discussion of potential risks and safety considerations
  • Completion of your state provider certification, if medically appropriate
Dr. Charlotte Ewals, DNP, FNP-BC

Meet Your Medical Cannabis Provider

Dr. Charlotte Ewals, DNP, FNP-BC

Dr. Ewals is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who provides comprehensive medical evaluations.
Patients are prequalified before their visit, so you know where you stand before you book.

One provider. Clear guidance. Care centered around your needs.

Alternative Health — Grand Forks, North Dakota

Renew Your North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card

  • North Dakota medical marijuana registry cards are generally valid for two years.
  • The state recommends completing your renewal approximately 45 days before expiration.
  • Renewal requires an updated state application, applicable fee, and new healthcare provider certification.

Returning Patient Evaluation: $230

Schedule Your Medical Marijuana Card Renewal

Medical Marijuana Applications for Caregivers, Minors & Visitors

Designated Caregivers

Patients may designate up to five eligible caregivers. Caregivers must meet state requirements, complete separate applications, and undergo applicable background checks.

North Dakota Caregiver Requirements

Patients Under 19

North Dakota has a separate medical marijuana application process for minors involving a parent or legal guardian and designated caregiver requirements.

Medical Marijuana Applications for Minors

Out-of-State Cardholders

Certain visitors age 19 or older with valid medical marijuana credentials from another state may qualify for North Dakota's separate temporary nonresident registration process.

North Dakota Nonresident Information

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North Dakota Medical Marijuana Card FAQs

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Can I get a North Dakota medical marijuana card online?

Yes. Eligible residents can complete their medical evaluation by telehealth, submit their application online, and receive a state decision without a routine trip to the clinic. Additional examination or documentation may be required.

How much does a medical marijuana card cost in North Dakota?

A new-patient evaluation at Alternative Health costs $250. North Dakota charges a separate $40 application fee, for a typical combined initial cost of $290.

What conditions qualify for medical marijuana in North Dakota?

Qualifying conditions include anxiety disorders, PTSD, migraines, neuropathy, fibromyalgia, certain chronic pain conditions, and other state-recognized diagnoses. Certification requires an individualized medical evaluation.

Do I need medical records to qualify?

Medical documentation helps verify your condition and clinical history. If you don't have records readily available, contact our team before booking to discuss what information is needed.

Can I get certified the same day?

Your provider may be able to complete the clinical evaluation during your appointment, but certification depends on your medical circumstances and the required state application steps. A same-day visit does not mean same-day state approval.

How long does North Dakota take to approve a medical marijuana card?

North Dakota advises allowing two to four weeks after receiving a complete application, payment, and provider certification. Processing may take longer if information is missing.

How long is a North Dakota medical marijuana card valid?

Generally two years. The state recommends renewing approximately 45 days before your current card expires.

Where can I buy medical marijuana in North Dakota?

Approved patients may purchase authorized products from North Dakota's registered medical marijuana dispensaries. The state does not extend the same protections to products purchased outside its authorized dispensary system.

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Compassionate Medical Cannabis Evaluations — In-Person or Telehealth

Get clear answers, transparent pricing, and personalized guidance from Dr. Charlotte Ewals.

New Patients $250 | Returning Patients $230

Have questions before scheduling? Contact Will at Alternative Health. Our team will help you understand what to prepare and what to expect.

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State approval, applicable fees, and program requirements are determined by North Dakota Health & Human Services.

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