Medical Cannabis in Utah
How do I get my medical cannabis card in Utah?
The process of getting your medical cannabis card in Northern Utah is simple. Click here and create a UtahID and complete your EVS access application. Then set up an appointment and get a QMP Medical Evaluation to gain access to local dispensaries.
Click here to set up an appointment
An application will be submitted online followed by a quick consultation with one of our team members. Each submission has a fee to the state as well as a charge for the consultation.
What do I need to get a medical marijuana card?
To get a medical card in Utah, you have to be a resident with a qualifying condition. First, You must fill out and submit an application online and meet in person with a QMP.
Meet with our team to get you certified and ready to access all Utah dispensaries, including but not limited to The Flower Shop in Ogden, UT, and Wholesome, Co. in Bountiful, UT.
How long is a medical cannabis card good for in UT?
After a visit with a medical provider at Newman’s Batch, your cannabis card will be good for up to one year. The first QMP medical evaluation will be an in-person visit and follow-up appointments are available online.
Where do I buy cannabis in Layton, Ogden, Bountiful, Brigham City, or Salt Lake City?
After your QMP medical evaluation with Newman’s batch, you can visit a local dispensaries and gain access to different forms of cannabis like flowers, concentrates, vapes, rosin, and much more.
*For a full list of dispensaries in Utah, click here.
You're in luck if you are worried about living too far from a pharmacy. Most of the dispensaries listed above offer free delivery through Utah. As well as a quick and convenient drive-thru and pick-up.
What are the conditions that qualify for a medical cannabis card in the state of Utah?
Qualifying conditions under the Utah Medical Cannabis Act are listed below:
HIV or acquired immune deficiency syndrome
Alzheimer's disease
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
cancer
cachexia
persistent nausea that is not significantly responsive to traditional treatment, except for nausea related to:
pregnancy
cannabis-induced cyclical vomiting syndrome
cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome
Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis
epilepsy or debilitating seizures
multiple sclerosis or persistent and debilitating muscle spasms
post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that is being treated and monitored by a licensed health therapist (defined here), and that:
has been diagnosed by a healthcare provider by the Veterans Administration and documented in the patient's record; or
has been diagnosed or confirmed by evaluation from a psychiatrist, masters prepared psychologist, a masters prepared licensed clinical social worker, or a psychiatric APRN
autism
a terminal illness when the patient's life expectancy is less than six months
a condition resulting in the individual receiving hospice care
a rare condition or disease that affects less than 200,000 individuals in the U.S., as defined in federal law, and that is not adequately managed despite treatment attempts using conventional medications (other than opioids or opiates) or physical interventions
persistent pain lasting longer than two weeks that is not adequately managed, in the qualified medical provider's opinion, despite treatment attempts using conventional medications other than opioids or opiates or physical interventions
acute pain that is expected to last for 2 weeks or longer for an acute condition, including a surgical procedure, for which a medical professional may generally prescribe opioids for a limited duration
How can I help with my anxiety symptoms and insomnia?
While not currently approved as a qualifying condition under the Utah Medical Cannabis Act, there is some research and studies that show cannabis may be used to help alleviate some of the effects of anxiety and help with sleep. CBD and THC may have soothing effects and help get rid of the annoyances that come with anxiety and insomnia. Additional information on supporting research can be found here.
Talk to our team at Newman’s Batch Therapeutic Services about your symptoms and schedule a QMP medical evaluation to see if cannabis is the route for you. Click here to schedule a consultation today.
What can I do to help alleviate the symptoms of PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder can wreak havoc on your life and is a qualifying condition for a medical cannabis card in Utah. If you are suffering from PTSD and are looking for relief, it may be time to book an appointment at Newman’s Batch Therapeutic Services to see the resources available.
Is it a difficult process to get my medical card in Utah?
It is a simple and easy process to get a medical marijuana card in Utah. First, you complete your application online and visit Newman’s Batch to talk with a QMP about your qualifying condition. You pay a $15 fee for the card to the state and will have access to dispensaries across the state of Utah.
If I am diagnosed with PTSD can I get access to medical cannabis?
Yes. If you have post-traumatic stress disorder PTSD or complex PTSD, medical cannabis may be a treatment option. Talk with your medical provider at Newman’s Batch to find out more.
What is the first step in getting my medical card in Utah for cannabis?
The first step is creating a UtahID before your appointment and registering on the Electronic Verification System (EVS). You can access the link here
Click “Access the EVS”
Create a UtahID Login
Complete before appointment
How do I know if I have a qualified condition for medical marijuana?
Check the list above and if you have one of the qualifying conditions listed, it may be time to book an appointment at Newman’s Batch and talk with a QMP in a medical evaluation.
Where do I go to get my medical card evaluation?
Schedule a visit today for more information. The first visit is required to be in-person but follow-ups may be conducted online.
What do I do to get access to Utah dispensaries?
First, visit here to sign up for a UtahID, and complete the online EVS application. Schedule a visit with a QMP for a medical evaluation and get approved by the state. You will receive a medical cannabis card after all completed steps and approval and you will have access to any dispensary in Utah.
How much medical cannabis is allowed to be purchased by a medical cardholder in northern Utah?
Patients are allowed a possess and purchase cannabis but should not exceed
More than 113 grams of unprocessed cannabis in flower form
More than 20 grams of total composite THC in other forms of cannabis
Is getting cannabis with your medical card easy?
After the process of obtaining your medical card, you have the choice of visiting any of your local pharmacies through the drive-thru, in person, pick up, or through delivery. Medical cannabis pharmacies are located throughout Utah such as Bountiful, Salt Lake City, Ogden, Brigham City, and much more.
*This post is meant for informational purposes only. Newman’s Batch Therapeutic Services, nor its employees, nor any blog authors, does not recommend or imply that medical cannabis should be used to treat any specific condition. An evaluation by a Qualified Medical Provider is needed to fully assess the appropriateness of any potential treatment.
