Can you get a medical marijuana card for glaucoma in Oregon?
Yes. The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) lists Glaucoma as a qualifying condition. An Oregon-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About glaucoma
Weak evidence. Cannabis lowers eye pressure for only a few hours at a time. The National Academies found limited evidence that cannabinoids are an ineffective treatment for glaucoma, and eye specialists don't recommend it in place of standard care.
Symptoms Oregon patients most often hope to ease:
- High eye pressure that is hard to control
- Eye pain or headaches linked to eye pressure
- Side effects or difficulty using daily eye drops
- Worry about vision loss
- Trouble sleeping
Read more: medical marijuana for glaucoma.
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
- Chronic pain
- Epilepsy & seizures
- HIV/AIDS
- Nausea & appetite loss
- PTSD
- Severe muscle spasms & spasticity
Glaucoma in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for glaucoma?
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.