Advancing Knowledge
At GreenRidge, our ideology is rooted in the belief that medical cannabis is not just medicine but a pathway to better living for our patients. Understanding the therapeutic remedies of cannabis, we dedicate ourselves to connecting patients with quality care and treatment.
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Schedule a consultation with a pharmacist at one of our facilities to discuss natural therapeutic options and remedies.
Importance of Safe Use
Understanding and adhering to guidelines is crucial for safe and effective use. At GreenRidge, we emphasize
The importance of obtaining medical cannabis legally through a certified practitioner.
Learning the regulations for responsible consumption, especially in regard to safe driving and public health.
The value of education on the benefits and treatment options associated with medical cannabis use.
Patient Experiences
Individuals engaging with GreenRidge Medicinal pursue a full, evidence-based approach to health improvement, not merely symptom management. Our patient demographic encompasses a broad spectrum, ranging from those confronting persistent health challenges to individuals in search of specific therapeutic outcomes. The uniting ambition is an enhanced quality of life facilitated by research-backed, efficacious, and conveniently accessible products for treatment. GreenRidge Medicinal takes pride in contributing substantively to each person’s health narrative, offering more than botanical solutions.
Your Questions Answered
A patient who has received a written certification from a medical practitioner who has determined the patient has a condition or a disease that would benefit from the use of medical cannabis. Click here for more information on becoming a medical cannabis patient.
Do I have to have a medical cannabis registration card?
No. The law no longer requires a patient to receive a registration card from the CCA.
A patient’s parent, legal guardian, or registered agent is not required to register with the CCA if the practitioner designates them as such on the written certification. If not designated on the written certification, a parent, legal guardian, or registered agent must register with the CCA to receive medical cannabis on behalf of the patient.
When a practitioner completes a written certification in the medical cannabis portal, it generates a digital “Validation of Written Certification”. This digital validation can be printed out as needed or stored on an electronic device. Patients who choose to register with the CCA, at the cost of $50 per year, will receive a digital registered patient card in addition to their “Validation of Written Certification.”
The initial registration fee is $50, and the annual renewal fee is $50.
The initial registration fee is $25, and the annual renewal fee is $25.
A certification for medical cannabis from a medical practitioner is valid for one year unless the medical practitioner designates an earlier expiration on the written certification.
The parent or legal guardian must be listed on the written certification completed by the qualified medical practitioner. If not listed on the written certification, the parent or legal guardian must register with the CCA.
A practitioner of medicine or osteopathy, a physician assistant licensed by the Board of Medicine, or an advanced practice registered nurse jointly licensed by the Board of Medicine and the Board of Nursing can issue written certifications for the use of medical cannabis. Please contact the practitioner of your choice directly to determine if they participate in the medical cannabis program.
Other states or jurisdictions may honor Virginia patient credentials to purchase medical cannabis products within their licensed dispensaries. Each jurisdiction establishes its own regulations regarding visitor purchase allowances. Review the requirements of the jurisdiction you are planning to visit.
It is illegal to consume cannabis in any public place. Virginia code specifies a public place is anywhere the public has access, including but not limited to restaurants, parks, stores, and streets.
