Florida Patient Resources & MMUR Guides
Direct links to the Florida Department of Health, the Medical Marijuana Use Registry (MMUR), official state PDF guides, and patient portals.
How Medical Marijuana Certification Works in Florida
Clear answers to the questions we hear most from Winter Haven and Central Florida patients.
How do I get a medical marijuana certification in Florida?
To get a medical marijuana certification in Florida, you must be a Florida resident (full-time or seasonal), be 18 or older, and have a qualifying or comparable debilitating condition. You complete a confidential eligibility survey, then visit a Florida-licensed certifying physician like Haven Marijuana Doctor in Winter Haven for an evaluation. If you qualify, the physician enters your certification directly into the Florida OMMU registry. You then pay the state's $75 annual card fee online through the MMUR portal to receive your card.
How do I qualify for medical marijuana in Florida?
You qualify for medical marijuana in Florida if you are a Florida resident, are at least 18 years old, and have a qualifying condition such as chronic nonmalignant pain, anxiety, PTSD, cancer, epilepsy, Crohn's disease, multiple sclerosis, glaucoma, or a comparable debilitating condition of similar severity under Florida Amendment 2. Haven Marijuana Doctor offers a free 2-minute eligibility survey to help you confirm whether your condition qualifies.
How much does a medical marijuana evaluation cost?
At Haven Marijuana Doctor in Winter Haven, an initial patient evaluation is $150 (25 minutes, in person). An active follow-up recertification is $100 (telemedicine), an expired recertification is $150, a transfer with an active certification is $100 (in person), and a transfer with an expired certification is $150. A Request For Exception (RFE) to raise your dosage limit is $60. Separately, the Florida Department of Health charges a $75 annual state card fee that you pay directly to the state online — the clinic does not collect it.
How long does a medical marijuana evaluation take?
An initial in-person evaluation at Haven Marijuana Doctor takes about 25 minutes. A follow-up recertification or RFE appointment takes about 15 minutes and is usually done by telemedicine. A transfer appointment takes about 25 minutes in person. Same-day registry entry is available when you pay the $75 state fee online with a card.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Bring a valid Florida driver's license or Florida state ID (or, for seasonal residents, two proofs of Florida residential address such as a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement along with your out-of-state ID), your medical records or a summary of your diagnosis if you have them, and your current medical card number if you are renewing or transferring. You will complete your intake and informed consent forms before the visit.
How often do I need to see a medical marijuana doctor?
Under Florida law, you must recertify with your medical marijuana doctor every 210 days (about 7 months) to keep your physician certification active. Separately, your state medical marijuana identification card renews every 365 days (1 year) through the Florida OMMU portal with a $75 state fee. These are two separate timelines.
How do I renew my Florida medical marijuana certification?
To renew your Florida medical marijuana certification, schedule a recertification appointment with Haven Marijuana Doctor every 210 days. An active certification recertification is $100 by telemedicine; an expired certification recertification is $150. The physician updates your orders in the MMUR registry. Your state identification card renews separately every 365 days online with the $75 state fee.
Can I transfer from another medical marijuana doctor?
Yes. Transferring to Haven Marijuana Doctor is seamless. A transfer with an active certification is $100 (25 minutes, in person) and a transfer with an inactive or expired certification is $150. You do not pay any extra fee to the state, and your existing registry ID and card stay valid. Just book a transfer appointment or walk in with your photo ID and our physician submits the transfer in the MMUR system.
What happens during a medical marijuana evaluation?
During a medical marijuana evaluation at Haven Marijuana Doctor, you are evaluated by a Florida-licensed physician. The physician then determines whether you qualify under Florida OMMU rules and, if so, enters your certification and recommended orders directly into the Florida MMUR registry. Payment does not guarantee certification — eligibility is a clinical decision.
What conditions may qualify under Florida law?
Florida qualifying conditions include cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, PTSD, ALS, Crohn's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, chronic nonmalignant pain, and other debilitating conditions of the same kind or class or comparable severity. Anxiety, severe insomnia, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, and rheumatoid arthritis are commonly certified as comparable conditions under Florida Amendment 2.
What is the difference between physician certification and the state identification card?
Physician certification is the medical recommendation that a Florida-licensed doctor enters into the OMMU registry after evaluating you — it must be renewed about every 7 months. The state identification card is the physical or digital card the Florida Department of Health issues after you pay the $75 annual state fee through the MMUR portal; it renews every year. You need both to purchase medicine at a licensed Florida dispensary.
Where can I find a medical marijuana doctor near me in Winter Haven?
Haven Marijuana Doctor is a Florida-licensed medical marijuana doctor located at 571/545 Avenue K SE, Winter Haven, FL 33880, in Polk County. We serve patients from Winter Haven, Lakeland, Davenport, Haines City and the surrounding Central Florida area. Walk-ins are welcome Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and scheduled appointments run until 6:00 PM weekdays. Call 407-440-0708 to book.
Optimantra Patient Portal
Access your medical records, clinic forms, appointment schedules, and direct doctor communication through our secure Haven Marijuana Doctor EHR portal.
Optimantra Portal LoginState MMUR Registry Portal
Official Florida Health portal to manage your state card, pay the annual $75 state card fee, review dispensing history, and update address information.
Access MMUR RegistryHaven MJD Forms
Complete your forms online after paying for your service, then finalize your account in the Optimantra Patient Portal.
Medical Card Evaluation Intake Form
Capture your ID, address, insurance, diagnosis, and dosage & route preferences.
Complete Intake Form →Medical Marijuana Informed Consent (DH-MQA-5026)
Initial each section (Parts A–D) and digitally sign your state informed consent.
Complete Consent →Transfer: How to Release Your Current Physician
Steps to release your current certifying physician in the MMUR before transferring to Haven Marijuana Doctor. If you can't, call the OMMU at 800-808-9580 or we help you in the office.
View Transfer Instructions →Fillable Clinical Screening Forms
Complete and submit these questionnaires online. Your responses are sent securely to your chart for your physician to review before your appointment.
Medical History
Past conditions, family history, lifestyle, and symptoms by body system.
Complete →Pain Assessment
Onset, cause, frequency, duration, descriptors, and activities that impact your pain.
Complete →Insomnia Severity Index (ISI)
Seven-question sleep screening scored 0–28.
Complete →PTSD Checklist (PCL-5)
Twenty-question screening scored 0–80.
Complete →ADHD Screening
Eight yes/no questions to assess ADHD symptoms.
Complete →Depression Screening (PHQ-9)
Nine-question screening scored 0–27 to assess depressive symptoms.
Complete →Anxiety Screening (GAD-7)
Seven-question screening scored 0–21 to assess anxiety symptoms.
Complete →Adult ADHD Scale (ASRS)
Six-question screening scored 0–24 to assess adult ADHD symptoms.
Complete →Official Florida Department of Health Links
Verified state resources from knowthefactsmmj.com and the Florida DOH.
Florida Department of Health Office of Medical Marijuana Use
The primary official state authority on rules, regulations, and patient safety in Florida.
Medical Marijuana Use Registry (MMUR Login)
Log in to check your active doctor recommendations, dispensation limits, and renew your annual $75 state card.
Patient's Guide to Identification Cards
Detailed instructions on photo requirements, proof of residency, and state processing timelines.
Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTCs)
Directory of state-approved, licensed dispensaries operating throughout Florida.
Realm of Caring Foundation
Nonprofit foundation dedicated to research, education, and advocacy for low-THC (CBD) cannabis therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions (OMMU FAQs)
Official answers to common legal, possession, and travel questions for Florida cardholders.
Instructional Guides & Caregiver Applications
Downloadable PDFs and tutorials to help you understand your orders and manage care.
Understand Your Orders in the Registry (PDF)
A step-by-step PDF guide to help you better understand inhalation, oral, and edible limits in your MMUR account.
Apply to Become a Caregiver (PDF)
Instructions for family members or legal guardians to apply for caregiver registry status for a qualified patient.
Complete List of OMMU Instructional Guides
Access the full archive of official step-by-step guides for patients, caregivers, and law enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the total costs to obtain a Florida Medical Card?
At Haven Marijuana Doctor, clinic fees vary by appointment type: an Initial Patient Evaluation is $150 (25 min, in-person), a Follow-up Re-certification for an active certification is $100 (15 min, telemedicine), a Follow-up Re-certification for an expired certification is $150 (15 min, telemedicine), a Transfer with an active certification is $100 (25 min, in-person), a Transfer with an inactive or expired certification is $150 (25 min, in-person), and a Request For Exception (RFE) is $60 (15 min). Separately, the Florida Department of Health requires a $75 annual registry card application fee. Haven MJD does not collect the state fee—you pay it directly to the state online using a debit or credit card (recommended over bank transfer) for fastest same-day approval.
Can seasonal Florida residents ("snowbirds") qualify?
Yes! Florida law permits seasonal residents who live in the state for at least 31 consecutive days each calendar year to qualify. You will simply need to present two proofs of residential address (such as a utility bill, Florida residential lease, or mortgage statement) along with your out-of-state driver's license.
How often do I need to renew my doctor recommendation and card?
In Florida, there are two separate renewal timelines: 1. Physician Certification: Every 210 days (approx. 7 months), you must visit your certifying doctor to recertify your orders — $100 for an active certification (telemedicine) or $150 for an expired certification at Haven MJD. 2. State ID Card: Every 365 days (1 year), you renew your physical card registration online with the Florida Department of Health for $75.
What is the process to transfer from another doctor to Haven MJD?
Transferring is seamless. A Transfer with an active certification is $100 (25 min, in-person) and a Transfer with an inactive or expired certification is $150 (25 min, in-person). You do not pay any additional fee to the state, and your existing registry ID and card remain valid. Simply book a transfer appointment or walk in with your photo ID, and our doctor will submit the transfer in the MMUR system.
Can I purchase medicine on the same day as my evaluation?
If you have a Florida Driver's License or Florida State ID, the state electronically verifies your identity instantly. As soon as you pay the $75 state fee online via card in our office, the Florida DOH sends an immediate temporary approval email that any licensed dispensary in Florida will honor immediately.