Nevada qualifying conditions: the full official list

The official list

• Anorexia & appetite loss — listed as “Anorexia or cachexia”
• Anxiety — listed as “Anxiety disorder”
• Autism spectrum disorder
• Cachexia & wasting syndrome — listed as “Anorexia or cachexia”
• Cancer
• Chronic pain — listed as “Severe or chronic pain”
• Epilepsy & seizures — listed as “Neuropathic conditions, whether or not they cause seizures”
• Glaucoma
• HIV/AIDS — listed as “Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)”
• Multiple sclerosis — listed as “Muscle spasms, including spasms caused by multiple sclerosis”
• Nausea & appetite loss — listed as “Nausea”
• Neuropathy (nerve pain) — listed as “Neuropathic conditions, whether or not they cause seizures”
• Opioid use disorder — listed as “Dependence upon or addiction to opioids”
• PTSD — listed as “Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)”
• Severe muscle spasms & spasticity — listed as “Muscle spasms, including spasms caused by multiple sclerosis”

Always confirm against the official Nevada list, which can change.

What to do next

1. Confirm that you have one of Nevada's qualifying conditions and a current Nevada driver's license or ID.
2. Create an account on the online registry (mmportal.nv.gov) by scanning your Nevada license or ID.
3. Download the application and have a Nevada-licensed provider who can prescribe complete the Attending Healthcare Provider Statement.
4. Sign the waiver and acknowledgment, then upload all completed pages to the portal.
5. Pay $50 for one year or $100 for two years by credit or debit card.
6. Once approved, print your approval letter for dispensary use until your card arrives in the mail.

Sources

• Medical Marijuana Patient Cardholder Registry (DPBH)
• Medical Marijuana Patient Cardholder Registry FAQs (DPBH)
• Cardholder Application Process (DPBH PDF)
• Program Facts (DPBH PDF)
• FAQ - Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board
• Approved Conditions for Medical Marijuana in Nevada (DPBH)

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.