Does hepatitis C qualify for a medical card in Michigan?
Yes. The Michigan Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP) lists Hepatitis C as a qualifying condition. A Michigan-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About hepatitis C
Not enough research. There is little good research on cannabis for this condition specifically. Patients usually use it for related symptoms such as pain, muscle spasms, nausea or poor sleep, where some evidence exists.
Symptoms Michigan patients most often hope to ease:
- Fatigue and low energy
- Nausea and poor appetite
- Joint and muscle aches
- Trouble sleeping
- Anxiety or low mood during diagnosis and treatment
Read more: medical marijuana for hepatitis C.
How to get certified in Michigan
- See a Michigan-licensed MD or DO, who completes the Physician Certification after evaluating you.
- To apply online (patients without a caregiver), create an account on the MMMP portal within six months of your evaluation.
- If you have or want a caregiver, mail the full paper Application Packet instead.
- Include proof of Michigan residency (driver's license, state ID or voter registration).
- Pay the $40 fee by card or e-check online, or by check or money order made out to State of Michigan - MMMP.
- Wait for your card or a denial letter, which the agency must issue within 20 business days. Online applicants get a temporary card by email.
Michigan requires your first certification visit in person. Renewals can usually be done online.
Costs and timeline
- State fee: $40
- Card lasts: 2 years
- Processing: Up to 20 business days from receipt to issue a card or denial (15 days to decide plus 5 to issue)
- Patient limit: 2.5 oz of usable marijuana; 12 plants if the patient has no caregiver growing for them
- Home grow: Up to 12 plants if the patient has no caregiver cultivating for them
- Recreational sales: Legal for adults 21+
- First visit online: No — in person first
See the full Michigan cost breakdown and Michigan program overview.
Other qualifying conditions in Michigan
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Alzheimer's disease
- Arthritis
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Cachexia & wasting syndrome
- Cancer
- Cerebral palsy
- Chronic pain
- Crohn's & IBD
- Epilepsy & seizures
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Nail-patella syndrome
- Nausea & appetite loss
See every qualifying condition in Michigan
Hepatitis C in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for hepatitis C?
How long does certification take in Michigan?
Can I renew online in Michigan?
Sources
- CRA - MMMP Patients & Caregivers
- CRA FAQ - What medical conditions are eligible?
- CRA FAQ - How much is the application fee?
- CRA FAQ - When does a patient registry identification card expire?
- CRA FAQ - How long does it take to receive a registry identification card?
- CRA FAQ - Residency requirement
- 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.