Digestive conditions that qualify in Illinois
We checked 8 digestive conditions against Illinois's official list: 4 appear by name.
Condition by condition
- Anorexia & appetite loss — Listed
- Chronic pancreatitis — Not listed by name
- Crohn's & IBD — Listed
- Diverticulitis — Not listed by name
- Gastroparesis — Not listed by name
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — Listed
- Nausea & appetite loss — Not listed by name
- Ulcerative colitis — Listed
How to apply
- Create a State of Illinois iLogin account and sign in to the IDPH Medical Cannabis Patient portal.
- See an Illinois-licensed health care provider (in person or by telemedicine) who certifies your qualifying condition online.
- Start an Adult Medical Cannabis Patient application and enter your details and Illinois ID.
- Link your provider's certification within 90 days of the exam.
- Choose a 1, 2 or 3-year card, add any caregivers, and pay the fee.
- Use the provisional letter (temporary card) to start buying at a licensed medical dispensary while your card is processed.
Sources
- IDPH - Medical Cannabis Patient Program
- IDPH - MCPP Registry Card Application Fees
- IDPH - Debilitating Conditions
- IDPH - Medical Cannabis Patient Program FAQ
- IDPH - Qualifying Caregiver Application Instructions
- IDPH - Health Care Provider Certification
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.