PTSD and medical marijuana in Oregon: do you qualify?
Yes. The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) lists Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a qualifying condition. An Oregon-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About PTSD
Limited evidence. The National Academies found limited evidence that cannabinoids improve PTSD symptoms, based on a small trial of nabilone for nightmares. Many patients report better sleep and fewer nightmares, and larger studies are under way.
Symptoms Oregon patients most often hope to ease:
- Nightmares
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Feeling on edge or easily startled
- Anxiety and irritability
- Intrusive memories that are hard to switch off
Read more: medical marijuana for PTSD.
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
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Nausea & appetite loss
- Severe muscle spasms & spasticity
PTSD in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for PTSD?
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.