2026 Medical Cannabis Expenses for Annapolis Patients

Annapolis patients usually have very limited state-level costs when joining Maryland’s medical cannabis program. The expense that patients most often need to plan for is the provider appointment, since certification from a Maryland-registered provider is required before medical dispensary purchases can begin.

Cost of the Provider Visit

Before an Annapolis patient can buy medical cannabis as a registered Maryland patient, a certified provider must review the patient and issue an active certification. The appointment price is not set by the state, so costs can differ depending on the provider, visit type, and whether the appointment is for a new certification or renewal.

A common provider visit range is:

• About $45 to $200 or more

 

Telehealth appointments may be available through some providers, and pricing can vary based on the provider’s process and included services.

Maryland Patient Registration and ID Charges

Maryland does not charge a standard patient registration fee for medical cannabis. Annapolis patients may also access a paper or printable patient ID without paying a state fee.

State-related costs may include:

• Patient registration: $0
• Paper or printable patient ID: $0
• Optional physical MCA patient ID card: $25
• Possible $25 physical card fee waiver for eligible Medicaid participants or Veterans Affairs Maryland Health Care System enrollees

 

The optional physical card fee is separate from the provider evaluation cost.

Other Expenses Annapolis Patients Should Consider

Annapolis patients may also need to budget for medical record requests, follow-up appointments, renewal visits, optional physical ID cards, caregiver-related needs, and cannabis products purchased from licensed Maryland dispensaries.

Dispensary product pricing is not the same everywhere. Final costs can depend on the dispensary, product type, strength, package size, brand, and current availability.