Does chronic pain qualify for a medical card in Oregon?
Yes. The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) lists A condition or its treatment that produces severe pain as a qualifying condition. An Oregon-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About chronic pain
Stronger evidence. The National Academies found substantial evidence that cannabis is an effective treatment for chronic pain in adults. Most trials looked at neuropathic pain and measured modest reductions in pain scores, and many patients use cannabis to cut back on other medications.
Symptoms Oregon patients most often hope to ease:
- Persistent aching or burning pain
- Nerve pain such as tingling, shooting or electric sensations
- Pain that keeps you from sleeping
- Muscle tension and spasms
- Side effects or limited relief from current pain medicines
Read more: medical marijuana for chronic pain.
How to get certified in Oregon
- Confirm you are an Oregon resident with a condition on the OMMP list.
- See an eligible Oregon attending provider who has primary responsibility for your care and will complete an Attending Provider Statement after a physical exam and records review.
- Within 90 days of the provider's signature, create an account in the Oregon Medical Marijuana Online System (OMMOS).
- Upload your Attending Provider Statement, government ID, proof of Oregon residency, and any reduced-fee proof.
- Choose whether you will grow yourself, name a grower, or not grow, and designate a caregiver if needed.
- Pay the fee; keep your receipt letter, which works as a temporary card for 30 days until your card arrives by mail.
Oregon allows the evaluation by telehealth, so you can see an Oregon-licensed provider by video. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved.
Costs and timeline
- State fee: $200 ($60 with SNAP, $50 with Oregon Health Plan, $20 with SSI, $20 for military veterans, $0 for veterans with a 50%+ service-connected disability rating)
- Card lasts: 1 year
- Processing: Cards mailed within 7 to 10 business days of a complete application; a 30-day receipt letter serves as a temporary card
- Patient limit: 24 oz of usable marijuana, plus plants grown at a registered grow site
- Home grow: Up to 6 mature plants per patient at a registered grow site; a residential site may hold no more than 12 mature and 24 immature plants total
- Recreational sales: Legal for adults 21+
- First visit online: Yes
See the full Oregon cost breakdown and Oregon program overview.
Other qualifying conditions in Oregon
- Cachexia & wasting syndrome
- Cancer
- Epilepsy & seizures
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Nausea & appetite loss
- PTSD
- Severe muscle spasms & spasticity
Chronic pain in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for chronic pain?
How long does certification take in Oregon?
Can I renew online in Oregon?
Sources
- Oregon Medical Marijuana Program - Oregon Health Authority
- Attending Providers - Oregon Health Authority
- Frequently Asked Questions - Oregon Health Authority
- OMMP Cardholder Fees - Oregon Health Authority
- Medical Marijuana - Oregon Medical Board
- Patients: Renewing Your Registration - Oregon Health Authority
- National Academies — The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (2017)
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.