Elevated Medical Cannabis
Elevated Medical Cannabis was created to help Kentucky patients better understand and navigate the medical cannabis certification process. For people living with chronic medical conditions, medical cannabis may offer another tool to help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
Medical cannabis deserves to be approached thoughtfully and treated with respect as a medical treatment option. For patients interested in exploring medical cannabis, the process can feel confusing—especially with a new program, changing regulations, and so much information available.
At Elevated Medical Cannabis, the goal is to provide thorough medical evaluations, determine whether patients meet Kentucky's requirements for certification, and help patients understand the certification process and important safety considerations surrounding medical cannabis.
EMC also hopes to be part of the changing conversation around cannabis by reducing stigma and providing reliable, medically focused education.
Helping Kentucky patients navigate medical cannabis with confidence.
Steps to Get Your Kentucky Medical Cannabis Card
1) Schedule Your Evaluation
Schedule an in-person evaluation with Elevated Medical Cannabis to determine if you qualify for a Kentucky medical cannabis certification.
2) Complete Your Certification Visit
Your medical history and qualifying condition will be reviewed. If eligible, your written certification will be submitted to the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis.
3) Apply for Your Medical Cannabis Card
After certification, apply through the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis patient portal and pay the $25 state application fee.
4) Receive Your Medical Cannabis Card
Once your application is approved, the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis will issue your medical cannabis card.
5) Visit a Licensed Dispensary
Once your card is issued, visit a licensed Kentucky medical cannabis dispensary. Bring your medical cannabis card and a valid government-issued photo ID to purchase medical cannabis.
Qualifying Conditions
Additional Qualifying Conditions
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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
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Parkinson’s disease
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Crohn’s disease
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Ulcerative colitis
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Sickle cell anemia
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Cachexia or wasting syndrome
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Neuropathies
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Severe arthritis
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Muscular dystrophy
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Huntington’s disease
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HIV
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AIDS
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Glaucoma
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Terminal illness
Executive Order 2026-318, issued June 2, 2026, clarified Kentucky’s definition of a “qualifying medical condition” to include additional conditions.
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Any type or form of cancer, regardless of stage
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Chronic, severe, intractable, or debilitating pain
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Epilepsy or other intractable seizure disorder
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Multiple sclerosis, muscle spasms, or spasticity
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Chronic nausea or cyclical vomiting syndrome resistant to conventional treatment
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
What to Bring to Your Appointment
Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID and medical records that document the condition for which you are seeking medical cannabis certification.
Examples of helpful records include:
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Office notes from your primary care provider or specialist
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Records showing your diagnosis and history of the condition
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Records of treatments you have tried
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A current medication list
For chronic conditions, records should support that the condition is ongoing and not solely related to a recent or isolated acute injury or illness.
Initial Certification Evaluation
$150
In-person medical evaluation for patients seeking Kentucky medical cannabis certification.
The initial evaluation must be completed in person.
Annual Renewal Evaluation
$100
Annual evaluation for established patients renewing their medical cannabis certification.
Renewal visits may be completed by telehealth when appropriate.
Pricing
Kentucky State Application Fee
$25
Application fee paid directly to the Kentucky Office of Medical Cannabis when applying for your medical cannabis card.
This fee is separate from your certification evaluation fee.
Why the Balloon?
The hot air balloon represents the idea behind Elevated Medical Cannabis — rising above what has been weighing you down.
It symbolizes hope, freedom, and a new perspective. For people living with chronic medical conditions, discovering a different path may offer a renewed sense of possibility.
At Elevated Medical Cannabis, the balloon is a reminder that medical cannabis is one option that may help some people manage symptoms and improve their quality of life.
That is where the name “Elevated” comes to life.
Connect with Us
Elevated Medical Cannabis
3131 Parisa Drive
Paducah, KY 42003
Phone: 270-775-4043
mcclainhealthandwellness@gmail.com
When You Arrive
Elevated Medical Cannabis is located on the lower level of Four Rivers Internal Medicine & Quick Care.
When you arrive, enter through the main entrance and let the front desk know you are here for an Elevated Medical Cannabis appointment. You will be directed to the elevator to the lower level. Once downstairs, have a seat in the lobby and a member of our team will meet you and escort you to an exam room.