Pain conditions that qualify for a medical card in Colorado

Condition by condition

• Arthritis — Provider's discretion
• Chronic back pain — Provider's discretion
• Chronic pain — Listed
• Chronic pelvic pain — Provider's discretion
• Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) — Provider's discretion
• Degenerative disc disease — Provider's discretion
• Diabetic neuropathy — Provider's discretion
• Endometriosis — Provider's discretion
• Fibromyalgia — Provider's discretion
• Interstitial cystitis — Provider's discretion
• Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) — Provider's discretion
• Neuropathy (nerve pain) — Provider's discretion
• Osteoarthritis — Provider's discretion
• Peripheral neuropathy — Provider's discretion
• Residual & phantom limb pain — Provider's discretion
• Sciatica — Provider's discretion
• Spinal stenosis — Provider's discretion
• Trigeminal neuralgia — Provider's discretion

How to apply

1. Book an in-person visit with an eligible provider (MD or DO for debilitating conditions; dentists and advanced practice providers may also certify disabling conditions).
2. Your provider submits the certification electronically to the registry.
3. Within 6 months, create an account on the CDPHE registry and start a new patient registration.
4. Upload a copy of your Colorado driver's license or ID, link your provider certification, and choose a cultivation option or caregiver.
5. Pay the $52 nonrefundable fee, or apply for a fee waiver if eligible.
6. Once approved, usually in 1-3 business days, download your card to print or show on your phone.

Sources

• CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry
• CDPHE - How to apply for a Colorado medical marijuana card
• CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry FAQ
• CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry Providers
• CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry Caregivers
• Colorado Legislative Council - Medical Marijuana: Colorado Law Summary

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.