Medical Cannabis Program

Welcome to the Medical Cannabis Program

Application Process

To begin the application process (new and renewal), visit your Medical Provider; they must be the one to start your application.
As a reminder, the Department of Health does not charge any fees to enroll and participate in the Medical Cannabis Program or to register and use the Online Patient Portal.

How to Apply

• Step 1. Visit your medical provider. Only medical providers can start an application.
• Step 2. Go here and register/log-in for the Online Patient Portal.
• Step 3. Complete your application online; enter your New Mexico State ID or driver's license number and issue date; and submit.

If you need additional assistance, click here for full patient application instructions.

Cómo aplicar

• Paso 1. Visite a su proveedor médico. Solamente los proveedores médicos pueden comenzar una aplicación.
• Paso 2. Vaya aquí y regístrese/inicie la sesión por Internet para el Portal del Paciente.
• Paso 3. Complete su aplicación; introduzca su número de identificación estatal de Nuevo México o número de permiso de conducir, y la fecha de entrega (issued); y envíe electrónicamente.

Si necesita asistencia adicional, pulse aquí para instrucciones completas para el paciente.

Online Patient Portal

The Online Patient Portal offers qualified patients 24-hour access to check the status of their application, check their available units, review their sales history and access their electronic card.

Applications submitted through the Online Patient Portal are typically processed within 5 business days. Upon approval of your application, you will have immediate access to your electronic card.

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Request a Presentation

If you need help enrolling in the program or finishing your application and would like to speak with a staff member, please contact our office: 505-827-2321. We are happy to answer your questions and guide you through the steps. We are open Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM, excluding federal holidays and office closures due to weather.

If you would like to request a presentation or training for your staff, community event, or organization from the New Mexico Department of Health Medical Cannabis Program, you may email us at cmcp.education@state.nm.us. Please note, if you are located outside of New Mexico, content is geared towards New Mexico residents and businesses.

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