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Get Your Medical Marijuana Card in Alabama

Find out if you qualify in 60 seconds. Quick, easy appointments — we collect your information beforehand so you’re in and out. Two Birmingham-area locations.

Do I Qualify? → Call 205.332.3160
$150 Certification Quick In-and-Out Visits Near Licensed Dispensaries

Do I Qualify?

Answer a few quick questions to find out if you’re eligible for a medical marijuana card in Alabama.

Are you an Alabama resident?
Yes, I live in Alabama
No, I live out of state
Are you 19 years of age or older?
Yes, 19 or older
No, under 19
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Are you currently pregnant or breastfeeding?
No
Yes
Not applicable
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Do you have one of these diagnosed conditions?
Chronic pain (3+ months)
PTSD
Cancer-related symptoms
Depression (MDD)
Panic Disorder
Other qualifying condition
I have pain but no formal diagnosis
None of these / not sure
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Which of these treatments have you tried without adequate relief?

Select all that apply. Alabama requires that conventional treatments have been tried. You need at least 2 to qualify.

Over-the-counter pain medications (Tylenol, Advil, Aleve)
Prescription medications (Gabapentin, Lyrica, Cymbalta, muscle relaxants)
Opioid medications (Tramadol, Hydrocodone, Oxycodone)
Topical treatments (Lidocaine patches, prescription creams)
Injections or nerve blocks
Physical therapy, chiropractic, or acupuncture
Surgery

Selected: 0 treatments

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Do you have medical records documenting your condition?
Yes, I have records or a prior diagnosis
I’ve been treated but not sure about records
No documentation yet
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Are you currently taking opioid medications?
Yes, I take prescribed opioids
I used to, but want alternatives
No
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Our Programs
Medical Marijuana Programs
Three pathways to your medical marijuana card. We value your time — complete your intake online before your visit so appointments are quick and easy.
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Chronic Pain + Medical Marijuana

For patients with chronic pain (3+ months) who haven’t found relief with conventional treatments. We certify you and guide your product choices — then you visit a nearby dispensary to fill your recommendation.

Marijuana: Self-Pay Pain Mgmt: Insurance
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Opioid Reduction with Medical Marijuana

For patients who want to reduce or eliminate opioid use. We certify you for marijuana and safely supervise your opioid dose reduction. You fill your recommendation at a licensed dispensary.

Marijuana: Self-Pay Opioid Mgmt: Insurance
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Medical Marijuana for Other Conditions

PTSD, cancer, depression, Crohn’s, epilepsy, and 11 other qualifying conditions. Bring your documented diagnosis, and we’ll get you certified quickly so you can visit the dispensary.

Marijuana: Self-Pay
Understanding Costs

What’s Covered and What’s Self-Pay

Medical marijuana certification is always self-pay. But pain management and opioid management are most likely covered by insurance.

Self-Pay (Marijuana Services)

Medical marijuana certification, follow-ups, and dispensary purchases are not covered by insurance under Alabama law.

  • $150 initial certification
  • $75 first follow-up (30 days)
  • $99 quarterly visits
  • $125 annual renewal
  • Dispensary products (varies)

Insurance Covered

Pain management and opioid management services are most likely covered by your insurance — same as any medical visit.

  • Pain management evaluation
  • Injections & nerve blocks
  • Opioid management visits
  • Diagnostic workup for qualifying condition
  • Lab work related to your diagnosis

Don’t have a diagnosis yet? We can evaluate you at our pain management clinic on insurance first, then add marijuana certification as a self-pay add-on if you qualify.

Marijuana Certification Fees
Self-Pay Pricing
All marijuana certification visits are cash-pay. Payment of $150 is collected when you schedule. Pain management visits are billed to insurance separately.
Initial Certification
New or existing patient
$150
In-person evaluation
  • Full medical evaluation
  • PDMP review
  • Drug screen
  • Informed consent
  • AMCC registry submission
30-Day Follow-Up
After first purchase
$75
Quick follow-up
  • Required check-in
  • Response assessment
  • Dose adjustment
Quarterly Visit
Every 90 days
$99
Quick follow-up
  • Ongoing monitoring
  • PDMP review
  • Dose optimization
Annual Renewal
Before card expires
$125
Full re-evaluation
  • Complete reassessment
  • Updated certification
  • New registry photo

Refund Policy: If you complete the Do I Qualify screening and pay $150 at scheduling, but the physician determines you do not qualify after your evaluation, $100 will be refunded. $50 covers the physician’s consultation time. We encourage you to answer the screening questions honestly and bring medical records from other doctors so we can give you the most accurate assessment upfront.

Qualifying Conditions
16 Conditions Under Alabama Law
You need a documented diagnosis AND conventional treatment must have failed or be unlikely to succeed.

Chronic or Intractable Pain

Pain 3+ months. 2+ conventional treatment failures.

Cancer-Related Symptoms

Nausea, weight loss, or pain from cancer/treatment.

PTSD

DSM-5 diagnosis. Failed psychotherapy or medication.

Depression (MDD)

Major depression. 2+ antidepressant failures.

Panic Disorder

DSM-5 diagnosis. Failed SSRI/SNRI or CBT.

Epilepsy / Seizures

2+ anticonvulsant failures.

Crohn’s Disease

GI-confirmed. Failed 5-ASA, steroids, or biologics.

Multiple Sclerosis

MS with spasticity. Failed muscle relaxants.

Parkinson’s Disease

Neurologist-confirmed. Failed motor symptom meds.

Persistent Nausea

Not pregnancy-related. Failed antiemetics.

HIV/AIDS Symptoms

Nausea or weight loss. Failed appetite stimulants.

Sickle Cell Anemia

Confirmed hemoglobin electrophoresis.

Spasticity — ALS

Motor neuron disease. Failed baclofen/tizanidine.

Spinal Cord Injury

Documented SCI with pain/spasticity.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

DSM-5 diagnosis. Failed behavioral/pharma interventions.

Terminal Illness

Prognosis < 2 years. No THC cap.

Don’t have a documented diagnosis? If you have chronic pain or another condition but no formal diagnosis, we can start the evaluation process at our pain management clinic — most likely most likely covered by your insurance. Once diagnosed, you can add marijuana certification as a self-pay service.

How It Works
Four Steps to Your Card
We respect your time. Complete your intake online before your visit — when you arrive, we’re ready for you.

Call & Schedule

Call 205.332.3160. Birmingham or Bessemer. New and existing patients welcome.

Complete Intake Online

We send you digital intake forms before your visit. Complete them from home so there’s no waiting room paperwork.

Quick In-Person Visit

We already have your information — your physician reviews, evaluates, and certifies you. In and out.

Visit the Dispensary

Once certified, take your AMCC card to a nearby licensed dispensary. Our education guide helps you make informed product choices.

Patient Resources

Your Dispensary Guide

Not sure what to ask for at the dispensary? Our education resource guide covers everything you need to know — cannabinoids, terpenes, delivery methods, dosing, and what to expect on your first visit. Available on our Patient Resources page.

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Common Questions
FAQ
Can I do this by telehealth?
No. Alabama law requires in-person evaluation. But we make it fast — complete your intake online beforehand so your visit is quick and focused.
Do you sell marijuana products at your office?
No. We certify you for your medical marijuana card. You then take your card to a licensed dispensary to purchase products. Our offices are near GP6 Wellness (Birmingham) and Callie’s Apothecary (Bessemer) for your convenience.
I’m already a pain patient at APP. Do I need a separate visit?
No. We can add marijuana certification to your regular pain management visit. Pain bills to insurance, marijuana certification is a $150 self-pay add-on. Same visit, same physician — no extra trip.
Can I take opioids and medical marijuana together?
In most cases, yes — with physician oversight. We specialize in managing both together, and can help you safely reduce opioid use if marijuana provides adequate relief.
What if I have pain but no diagnosis?
We can evaluate you at our pain management clinic first — most likely covered by insurance. If you have a qualifying condition, we can add marijuana certification as a self-pay add-on at the same visit.
What forms of marijuana are allowed?
Tablets, capsules, tinctures, gel cubes, topicals, transdermal patches, nebulizers, and inhalers. Smoking, vaping, and edibles are prohibited in Alabama.
Will my employer know?
Your status is HIPAA-protected. However, Alabama does NOT protect patients from employer drug testing. Your employer can still test for THC.
What about insurance coverage?
Marijuana certification and dispensary products are always self-pay. But pain management, opioid management, and diagnostic services bill to your insurance normally.
How much THC can I take?
50mg/day for the first 90 days. Your physician can increase to 75mg after a follow-up. Terminal illness patients have no cap.
205.332.3160 Fax: 866.702.0880
Locations
Two Birmingham-Area Offices
Both conveniently located near licensed dispensaries — get certified, then visit the dispensary the same day.

Birmingham

Vestavia / Acton Road

2868 Acton Road
Birmingham, AL 35243

205.332.3160

Nearby DispensaryGP6 Wellness — 541 Cahaba Park Circle

Bessemer

Memorial Drive

727 Memorial Drive
Bessemer, AL 35022

205.332.3160

Nearby DispensaryCallie’s Apothecary (CCS of Alabama)

Ready to Get Your Medical Marijuana Card?

Call today to schedule your in-person evaluation.

Call 205.332.3160
Birmingham: 2868 Acton Rd · Bessemer: 727 Memorial Dr