Colorado State Med Card Registration
Getting your Colorado medical cannabis card through the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry is straightforward when you follow the right steps. This comprehensive guide walks new patients through the entire CDPHE process, from determining if you qualify under Colorado law to scheduling your evaluation with CMed's licensed providers. We'll show you exactly what medical records to gather for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment requirements, how to complete your online appointment, and what happens after you're approved—making your entry into Colorado's Medical Marijuana Registry program smooth and stress-free.
New Patient Instructions
Visit the State Website
Begin by clicking here to visit the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry state registration website.
Make an Account
Select “Patient and Health Care Provider Registration.” Fill in the required user information.
Select “Register”
Once all fields are complete, click “Register.”
Check Your Email for Your Temporary Password
Login to your account using the temporary password provided in your email.
Select “+New Patient Registration”
Click on “+New Patient Registration” to start your application.
Fill Out All Fields and Upload ID
Fill out all required fields and upload a copy of your plastic or paper temporary Colorado state ID (JPEG or PDF format. Must include the full ID in the image).
Electronic Signature
Type your legal name as your electronic signature and hit “Save” followed by “Save & Submit Patient Registration.”
Provider Certification Tab
Navigate to the Provider Certification tab and click “+New”
Select the certification number in the drop-down menu. If the box is empty, please call Relaxed Clarity. At the bottom of the page, click “Save.” Patients must complete this step no later than 60 days after their visit.
Cultivation Tab
Navigate to the Cultivation tab and select “+New”
Answer all the questions provided.
Type your full legal name as your electronic signature and click “Save.”
Caregiver Registration
If you have a caregiver, have your caregiver register online and give you their Caregiver ID to enter in the cultivation section. The caregiver must approve your request to continue.
Payment Tab
Navigate to the Payment tab and select “+New”
Select “Click here to pay” or upload a copy of your certified CO state tax return for the Fee and Tax-Exempt Waiver.
Enter your credit card or check information. The state fee is $53.94.
Payment Tab
When payment is complete, your application status will be “Pending Staff Review” for up to three business days.
Receiving Your Card
After three business days, log into your state account.
Once logged in, select “Active.”
Select “Print Card” in the top left corner of your patient registration.
A PDF of your card will open or begin to download. Print your card or save it on your smartphone. Please check your dispensary for requirements.
You will not receive a card in the mail. Do not cut, laminate, or resize the license.

The CDPHE application processing fee is $53.94 and non-refundable through the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry. This fee is required each time you submit an application Ohio Medical Marijuana Registry. Medical marijuana cards are valid for one year from the date of issuance, and annual certification renewal through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is required. If you need assistance at any point with your Colorado medical marijuana process, don't hesitate to reach out to us.
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