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The total cost of a Maryland medical marijuana card is the sum of three categories: a one-time physician evaluation, the state registration fee charged by the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA), and your ongoing dispensary spending. This page lays out each line item so there are no surprises.
A Maryland-licensed physician must certify that you have a qualifying condition. Most telehealth providers — including MedicalMarijuanaCards.us — charge a flat fee in the $99–$199 range, which typically includes a money-back guarantee if you do not qualify. In-person evaluations at clinics can run higher, often $150–$250.
The Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) charges a state registration fee of $50. This fee is paid directly to the state, not to a physician or telehealth service, and is generally non-refundable once the application is submitted. Maryland processes complete applications in about approximately 30 days.
This is where most patients spend the bulk of their cannabis budget. Maryland dispensary pricing varies by product, potency, and brand, but typical retail ranges look like this:
Maryland permits these forms: flower, edibles, concentrates, topicals, vapes; no home cultivation. Possession is capped at 30-day supply (typically up to 120g flower).
Physician evaluation: $99–$199. State registration ($50). Dispensary spending varies widely — most Maryland patients budget $100–$300 per month. Total first year (light user): $1,500–$2,500. Heavy user: $4,000+.
Plan on the Maryland state fee of $50, a physician evaluation of $99–$199, and your dispensary spending. Most Maryland patients spend $1,500–$2,500 in their first year combining all three categories.
The Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) charges $50 for the Maryland medical marijuana card. This is paid directly to the state and is generally non-refundable once the application is submitted.
Yes. The physician evaluation fee compensates the Maryland-licensed doctor and is paid to the provider you book with. The $50 state fee is paid separately to the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA).
Many Maryland program rules offer reduced fees for veterans, SSI/SSDI recipients, and Medicaid enrollees. Check the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) hardship-fee policy for the current discount list and required documentation.
The fee is due at each renewal. Maryland cards renew every 3 years, so you will pay $50 on that schedule.
Most Maryland cities apply state sales tax to medical cannabis. Some local jurisdictions add a local cannabis tax. The medical card may exempt you from the higher adult-use excise tax — confirm at your dispensary.
Flower runs roughly $25–$60 per eighth (3.5g); $200–$420 per ounce. Vape cartridges run $25–$60. Edibles run $15–$35 per 100mg THC package. Prices vary by brand, potency, and Maryland dispensary location.
Many telehealth providers — including MedicalMarijuanaCards.us — offer a money-back guarantee on the evaluation fee if the Maryland-licensed physician determines you do not qualify. The $50 state fee is paid only after certification, so it is not at risk if you are not certified.
No. Health insurance — including Medicare and most private plans — does not cover medical marijuana evaluation or registration fees, because cannabis remains a Schedule I substance under federal law. Patients pay out of pocket.
Verified 2026 links to the official Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) and related Maryland government resources. Always confirm program details directly with these official sources before applying.
Last verified: 2026. State agencies occasionally update URLs. If a link does not load, search "Maryland medical marijuana program" on the state's main .gov website.
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