Washington Medical Mary patients.... - Page 3

slu2 · #21 05-22-2008, 03:35 AM

"if you dont have medical records of your migranes then you're in trouble. better start goin to the doctor and getting yourself a paper trail!"

That is the major issue. They want records from the last 3 years that document my condition. I fiercly avoid doctors, because their methods are typically to give me some medication that doesn't help and often makes me sicker.

So I guess thats what Im asking. Do I need a recommendation from my doctor (my primary provider) to get the recommendation from THCF? Or can I just bring my medical records to THCF without a doctror's recommendation?

The way that THCF put it, it sounded like I need a doctor's (M.D. or D.O.) recommendation for MMJ. ?

Sorry, maybe I am not understanding something.

Does THCF take insurance, or just cash?

Quote:

Originally Posted by superhighme

THCF is really the only place you can go.
sorry to burst your bubble.
otherwise you better just start making appointments. but i guarantee most mainstream doctors who arent outspoken about the benefits of MMJ arent going to help you. their gunna give you pharmaceuticals.

Im not sure what you're asking, but if you havent already then go to THCF and get your license and then just tell your doctor you're a medical marijuana user. thats what i did. its just like telling them that you smoke cigarettes (when they ask you). they cant do anything its confidential. and if MMJ helps your migranes then why do you need a primary care provider anyways??

I mean you wouldnt need them for anything if the MMJ helps your pain!

Oh and the license is $200. make sure you bring cash!

if you dont have medical records of your migranes then you're in trouble. better start goin to the doctor and getting yourself a paper trail!

superhighme · #22 05-22-2008, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slu2

"if you dont have medical records of your migranes then you're in trouble. better start goin to the doctor and getting yourself a paper trail!"

That is the major issue. They want records from the last 3 years that document my condition. I fiercly avoid doctors, because their methods are typically to give me some medication that doesn't help and often makes me sicker.

So I guess thats what Im asking. Do I need a recommendation from my doctor (my primary provider) to get the recommendation from THCF? Or can I just bring my medical records to THCF without a doctror's recommendation?

The way that THCF put it, it sounded like I need a doctor's (M.D. or D.O.) recommendation for MMJ. ?

Sorry, maybe I am not understanding something.

Does THCF take insurance, or just cash?

no insurance for THCF. its $200 for your license at the door when you get to your appointment.

we only had to provide 3-5 documents from within the last 3 years that showed my condition. they just want the medical record that your DR writes in when you go in. they dont want 3 years of medical records. they even state it on their webpage. just follow the directions.

you dont need a recommendation. the doctor there is the doctor that will recommend it.

Step 1
If you are a NEW PATIENT, in order to schedule an appointment (FIRST YOU MUST HAVE:)

* CHART NOTES (The notes your doctor keeps in your medical file.) The records need to be current within the past three years & must pertain to your qualifying condition.We only need chart notes from 2-3 recent visits on your condition. These can be UP TO three years old. For example, if you saw the doctor in September of 2006, those records could be used until September of 2009. Please do not send older documents unless requested.

* These notes must be from an MD (medical doctor) or a DO (doctor of osteopathy). Oregon patients may be able to use records from a NP (nurse practioner) or a PA (physician's assistant). In other states, our doctors cannot use records from a NP or PA.

* Any recent MRI or x-ray REPORTS (not required, but desirable if applicable). Please don't send the film, just the report.

Step 2

You can have your doctor's office fax or mail these records to us directly, or send them in yourself. In either case, we need:

* The documents

* YOUR telephone number

Please BE SURE to clarify with the doctor's office that you only need 2-3 visits of chart notes pertaining to your qualifying condition, NOT your entire medical record. We love trees and don't want to kill any more than necessary. Also ask your doctor's office to include your phone # with the fax.

If you wish to see the doctor in OREGON, send records to:

Dr. Marath, Dr. Dodge, Dr. Orvald - fax # 503.235.0120 - or mail to 105 SE 18th Ave., Portland OR 97214

If you wish to see the doctor in HAWAII or Spokane WA send records to:

Dr. Orvald - fax # 503.235.0120 - or mail to 105 SE 18th Ave., Portland OR 97214

If you wish to see the doctor in WASHINGTON send records to:

Dr. Orvald - fax # 425.869.6378 - or mail to 1813 130th Ave. NE, Suite 210, Bellevue WA 98005

If you wish to see the doctor in COLORADO send records to:

Dr. Orvald - fax # 303.403.9998 - or mail to 4485 Wadsworth Blvd. #302, Wheat Ridge CO 80033

Step 3

Wait for several days for us to review your records and contact you. If you don't hear from us after that time, contact us by phone:

Oregon, Spokane, Hawaii: 503.281.5100 or 800.723.0188

Bellevue: 425.869.6186 or 425.869.6471

Wheat Ridge: 303.403.9996 or 303-403-9997

slu2 · #23 05-22-2008, 01:34 PM

Thanks, thats all very helpful!

I've spoke with them via email and phone, and I think I misunderstood something.

ivintheterrible · #24 05-22-2008, 10:11 PM

Hey man im moving back to washigton in a few months, how hard was it to get your MM card?

slu2 · #25 05-23-2008, 01:20 AM

see above, lots of good information on this thread

superhighme · #26 05-23-2008, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ivintheterrible

Hey man im moving back to washigton in a few months, how hard was it to get your MM card?

read the whole thread.

ivintheterrible · #27 05-23-2008, 10:17 AM

yeah i have, just wondering if i can get a MM card for anxiety attacks. i get them real bad and it makes me feel like a cant breathe and i rarely get sleep because they usually come at night. is this covered in WA. i read up on it and found a document from 2004 that says no but couldnt get anything more recent

tokezalot420 · #28 05-23-2008, 02:49 PM

i live in Washington but i am just a "care taker" designated grower

ivintheterrible · #29 05-23-2008, 05:18 PM

yeah but i need it and dont know if i can get it for what i have

superhighme · #30 05-23-2008, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ivintheterrible

yeah but i need it and dont know if i can get it for what i have

read the fucking info. send your chart sheets from your doctor in... and then they'll call you to let you know if you qualify or not. its not that hard, but we cant sit here and hold your hand for you!! you have to take the obligation to look into whether you'll qualify. only the doctor can tell you that and none of us are doctors.