Get Your Connecticut Medical Marijuana Card

You must be certified by a licensed Connecticut physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse. At PrestoDoctor, you can complete this process online with a Connecticut-licensed clinician who handles your certification and guides you through the state registration step-by-step.

The process is straightforward with PrestoDoctor: book a telehealth appointment, meet with a Connecticut-licensed clinician, and complete your online registration. Many patients are approved the same day.

Qualifying patients are Connecticut residents with a debilitating medical condition on the state list (examples: cancer, glaucoma, Parkinson’s, PTSD, epilepsy). PrestoDoctor’s Connecticut providers are experienced in evaluating these conditions and helping patients determine eligibility quickly.

Yes — Connecticut allows online applications after a licensed clinician certifies you and submits your certification to the state.

With PrestoDoctor, you can complete both your medical evaluation and your application guidance entirely online.

You’ll need proof of Connecticut residency (driver’s license or state ID), a government photo ID, and medical records that support your qualifying condition. When you book with PrestoDoctor, our team provides clear instructions on exactly what to prepare for a smooth application.

The patient portion is quick once you’ve been certified.

With PrestoDoctor, you can usually book a same-day or next-day telehealth appointment, and once your clinician submits your certification, you can finish the state registration online right away. 

The state system processes your application and  many patients are able to access dispensaries within just a few days.

The state of Connecticut no longer requires a registration fee, so the cost would be the cost of your doctor's evaluation. PrestoDoctor offers transparent and low pricing with no hidden charges, so you know exactly what you’ll pay for your certification before booking.

No — Connecticut does not recognize out-of-state cards. However, PrestoDoctor’s platform serves multiple states, so if you relocate or travel, you can easily see if you qualify for medical cannabis in your new state.

Connecticut law sets specific possession limits for medical patients. When you certify with PrestoDoctor, your provider explains your legal protections, how they differ from recreational users, and what products you’ll have access to.

PrestoDoctor's Virginia-licensed medical providers are authorized to issue cannabis certifications.

Book directly through PrestoDoctor.com for a secure and legal evaluation without the hassle of searching for an in-person clinic.

Renewals require re-certification by a clinician. PrestoDoctor makes this simple with fast online renewal appointments, reminders when it’s time to renew, and streamlined steps so you don’t risk a lapse in coverage.

Yes. PrestoDoctor makes renewals simple with fast telehealth appointments and clear instructions for completing the online state renewal process.

Connecticut medical marijuana cards must be renewed every year. PrestoDoctor sends reminders and offers quick re-certification visits to keep your card active without interruption.

Your PrestoDoctor telehealth appointment includes a confidential conversation with a Connecticut-licensed clinician about your diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment history. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, and our doctors provide guidance on whether cannabis could be beneficial for you.

Yes — clinicians may decline certification if you don’t meet eligibility. If you book through PrestoDoctor and are not approved, we have a 100% money back guarantee. You will only pay if you're approved!

The clinician must be licensed in Connecticut. PrestoDoctor connects you only with CT-licensed providers, ensuring your certification is valid and accepted by the state.

The state allows you to update this through its system. PrestoDoctor clinicians can guide you on the process and ensure your certification remains valid while you update your caregiver or dispensary selection.

Once certified with PrestoDoctor, you’ll be able to purchase cannabis from any licensed Connecticut dispensary. During your appointment, your provider can explain how dispensary registration works and what product options are typically available.

Yes — all medical cannabis is lab-tested. PrestoDoctor’s clinicians emphasize how to select safe, high-quality products from licensed dispensaries so you can feel confident in what you’re using.

Common reasons include missing documents or incomplete certification. PrestoDoctor helps patients avoid these issues by providing detailed guidance before and after your appointment so your application is submitted correctly the first time.

Medical patients have different protections, access, and possession rules. By getting certified with PrestoDoctor, you gain the medical designation that ensures you can legally purchase stronger therapeutic products tailored to your health needs.

Connecticut’s medical marijuana program allows certified patients with qualifying conditions to legally purchase and use cannabis from licensed dispensaries. Recreational use is also legal, but medical patients enjoy higher possession limits and stronger protections. 

Yes — certain mental health conditions, including PTSD, are on Connecticut’s qualifying condition list. Anxiety by itself is not currently listed, but PrestoDoctor providers can review your medical history to see if you qualify under another condition.

You must have a valid Connecticut medical marijuana card to purchase from a dispensary’s medical side. Recreational cannabis is legal for adults 21+, but medical patients receive stronger product options, tax benefits, and larger purchase limits. PrestoDoctor can help you access these medical-only benefits.

Under federal law, marijuana use (medical or recreational) conflicts with firearm ownership. Connecticut follows federal guidance, so having both a medical marijuana card and a gun permit may create legal issues. PrestoDoctor clinicians inform patients of these considerations during evaluations.

No — insurance companies do not cover medical cannabis evaluations, certifications, or purchases. PrestoDoctor offers affordable upfront pricing so you know exactly what your out-of-pocket cost will be.