REMINDER: Physician Medical Marijuana Recommendation Requirements Now in Effect

_{Reminders for Licensed Businesses}

To ensure a smooth licensing process, remind patients that their physician must have received approval from OMMA before their appointment. Directing a patient to an unqualified or pendingprovider jeopardizes their ability to obtain a license.

• Verify registration: Encourage patients to check the Registered Physicians List on our Physicians webpage. If a doctor is not on that list, patients must confirm registration directly with the physician, as some providers choose to remain registered but unlisted.
• Physical location: It is illegal for a recommending physician to be located at the same physical address as a dispensary (including virtual appointments conducted within your facility).

_{Reminders for Physicians}

To provide medical marijuana recommendations, you must meet and maintain the following standards:

• Approval is mandatory: Please note that you are not considered registered until you receive official approval from OMMA. A submitted application does not equal registration; you must wait for confirmation before signing new recommendations.
• Active OMMA registration: You must be registered with OMMA and have submitted proof of the required medical marijuana education.
• Professional standing: You must remain in good standing with your respective State Board (Medical Licensure, Osteopathic or Podiatric).
• Location restrictions: You may not be located at the same physical address as a dispensary. This includes conducting virtual appointments for patients who are physically present at a dispensary.

_{Helpful Resources} 

• Patient Licenses 
• Patient Rights & Responsibilities 
• Physician Recommendation Form (Adult Patient) 
• Physician Recommendation Form (Minor Patient)
• Important Update About Medical Marijuana Recommendations

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