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Simply fill out the Patient Registration form below and

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Need help with the application process?

We can now certify you & complete the online application

with the DHSS for only $150.

That includes the state fee.

We offer cultivation application assistance as well.

I got certified, now what?

1. Log on to the DHSS website here:

https://mo-public.mycomplia.com/#!/mo/register

2. Click on register in the top right hand corner

3. Register

4. Check your email inbox for the verification email and verify it.

5. Log into the portal: https://mo-public.mycomplia.com/#!/signin

6. Complete patient application and pay the $25 fee to the state plus any additional charges.

7. Check your email for the approved or denied email from the DHSS. You often times receive your approval in about than 10 business days.

FAQ:

Will the patient’s registration status be made publicly available?

No, the law prohibits the DHSS (Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services), as well as Missouri licensed dispensaries, from making personal identifying information public. Physicians and those employed by dispensaries will be able to verify a patient or caregiver registration.

Will insurance companies cover the cost of a Missouri Medical Card / examination?

No, because it's still illegal at the federal level.

What are the qualifying conditions for medical card in Missouri that may be treated with mmj?

State-licensed physicians are permitted to certify patients with the following nine qualifying conditions and also any additional conditions a doctor recommends:

Cancer
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Intractable migraines unresponsive to other treatment
A chronic medical condition that causes severe, persistent pain or persistent muscle spasms, including but not limited to those associated with multiple sclerosis, seizures, Parkinson’s disease, and Tourette’s syndrome
Debilitating psychiatric disorders, including, but not limited to post-traumatic stress disorder, if diagnosed by a state licensed psychiatrist
Human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome
A chronic medical condition that is normally treated with a prescription medication that could lead to physical or psychological dependence, when a physician determines that medical use of mmj could be effective in treating that condition and would serve as a safer alternative to the prescription medication
Any terminal illness AND/OR
In the professional judgment of a physician, any other chronic, debilitating or other medical condition, including, but not limited to:, hepatitis C, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease, Huntington’s disease, autism, neuropathies, sickle cell anemia, agitation of Alzheimer’s disease, cachexia and wasting syndrome.
If you don't know if you qualify, call us and we can help 314-838-1983

Will Missouri accept medical cards from other states?

Yes.

Are minors allowed to become patients in Missouri?

Yes.

Give us a call so we can explain caregivers.

Will patients be able to grow at home?

Patients will be allowed to grow 18 plants in their home. ( It must be an enclosed, locked facility that is equipped with security devices that permit access only to the patient/caregiver. ) The fee for the grower card is $100 payable to the DHSS.

How much can a Missouri Medical patient possess legally?

Patients can purchase up to 6 ounces or the equivalent. The law allows up to a 60-day supply of mmj or equivalent unless permitted with written certification from two independent physicians. So long story short, you may possess 12 ounces per Missouri law as a patient. As a patient cultivator you may possess 18 ounces.

Can a pharmacy fill my medical prescription?

You will only be able to at a Missouri-licensed dispensary facility or grow it at home.

Where will I be able to obtain medicine in Missouri?

Dispensaries are now open.

Refer to the following DHSS website for current places to purchase your medicine here:

Where can I fax my medical records so that they can be viewed by the physician at the time of my evaluation appointment?

You can fax your records to 314-838-1586 or you can have them emailed to Info@BellChiroStl.com.

When will I receive my Missouri medical card?

Within 30 days of application, if your application is approved. Usually within 15 business days.

What will take place at my first visit?

Our physician will examine you, review medical records, assess your medical history, maintain your patient records and provide follow-up care as needed.

What will I need for my appointment?

You will need a photo ID and medical records stating your condition for which you are trying to enter the program.

Can veterans obtain mmj?

Yes. Thank you for your military service.

How much does it cost to register as a medical patient or caregiver in Missouri?

The actual registration with the DHSS (which is separate from us) will be $25. You will pay them with an electronic payment (Visa/MC) online.

What is a primary caregiver?

Someone who is:

18 years of age or older
Responsible for managing the well-being of a qualified patient
Designated on the primary caregiver application for an identification card or in other written notification to the Department.
A medical caregiver cannot have more than 3 patient

How long will a Missouri patient’s certification be valid for?

A certification is good for 30 days.

A patient or caregiver card will be valid from the date of issuance and expires one year later.

Do I need to register as a medical patient in Missouri?

Yes. All medical patients and their caregivers are required to register with the DHSS.

What is your office cancellation policy?

We require a 48 hour notice to change or cancel an appointment.

What is your guaranteed approval policy?

If you provide us documented qualifying condition, and don't get approved we will issue you a full refund.