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Connect online with state-licensed Louisiana medical marijuana doctors for a same-day telehealth evaluation or card renewal. The full visit takes about 15 minutes via secure video, $149.99, with a money-back guarantee if you don't qualify. New patients and renewals are both supported online.

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Meet Your Louisiana Medical Marijuana Doctors

Our Louisiana-licensed physicians are certified to evaluate patients for medical marijuana. All credentials are publicly verifiable.

Dr. Johnathan Miller

Dr. Johnathan Miller, MD Verified

General Medicine & Telehealth

Dr. Johnathan C. Miller, MD, is a Board Certified physician licensed in multiple states. Columbia University trained, he provides medical marijuana evaluations for patients seeking certification through MMJ.com.

Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons
6-10 Years Experience

Louisiana Medical License: #334502

Status: Active

Dr. Carla Antola

Dr. Carla Antola, MD Verified

Family Medicine

Dr. Carla Antola, MD (NPI 1568654101), is a Family Medicine physician holding active medical licenses in 12 states. Through MMJ.com she evaluates medical marijuana telehealth patients in Arizona, Iowa, Louisiana, Montana, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia under her respective state medical licenses.

15+ Years Experience

Louisiana Medical License: #350531

Status: Active through 06/30/2027

Dr. Gaurav Patel

Dr. Gaurav Patel, MD Verified

Family Medicine

Dr. Gaurav Patel, MD (NPI 1023571379), is a Family Medicine physician holding active medical licenses in 14 states. Through MMJ.com he evaluates medical marijuana telehealth patients in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Texas under his respective state medical licenses. In North Carolina, which has no state medical program, he completes the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Cannabis Control Board Doctor's Attestation by telehealth under his North Carolina license; the EBCI board issues the patient card.

5+ Years Experience

Louisiana Medical License: #344500

Status: Active through 02/27/2027

Dr. David Okonkwo

Dr. David Okonkwo, MD Verified

Neurology

Dr. David Okonkwo, MD (NPI 1457796062), is a physician specializing in Neurology with active medical licenses in 14 states. Through MMJ.com he evaluates medical marijuana telehealth patients in Arizona, Connecticut, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia under his respective state medical licenses.

10+ Years Experience

Louisiana Medical License: #350524

Status: Active through 10/30/2027

Dr. Zachary Kramer

Dr. Zachary Kramer, MD Verified

Emergency Medicine

Dr. Zachary Kramer, MD (NPI 1891015152), is an Emergency Medicine physician holding active medical licenses in 20 states. Through MMJ.com he evaluates medical marijuana telehealth patients in Arkansas, Iowa, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia under his respective state medical licenses. In North Carolina, which has no state medical program, he completes the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Cannabis Control Board Doctor's Attestation by telehealth under his North Carolina license; the EBCI board issues the patient card.

15+ Years Experience

Louisiana Medical License: #351634

Status: Active through 01/31/2027

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How to See a Licensed Louisiana Medical Marijuana Doctor Online

Louisiana medical marijuana evaluations on MMJ.com end with Dr. Johnathan Miller, MD's office faxing the signed recommendation directly to whichever LDH-permitted Louisiana marijuana retailer you choose. The visit itself is a 15-minute audio-visual video call.

How to See a Licensed Louisiana Medical Marijuana Doctor Online in 5 Steps5-step flow diagram: 1. Book Your Visit with Dr. Miller; 2. Submit Your Medical History; 3. Complete Your Marijuana Evaluation; 4. Dr. Miller Faxes Your MMJ Rec; 5. Shop Same-Day at Your LA Retailer.PatientPhysician1Step 1 · 1 minuteBook Your Visit with Dr. MillerNPI-verified Louisiana MMJ doctor,money-back if you don't qualify.2Step 2 · 5 minutesSubmit Your Medical HistoryHIPAA MMJ intake + medical recs(per La. R.S. § 40:1046).3Step 3 · 10-15 minutesComplete Your Marijuana EvaluationOnline MMJ audio-visual visit(LA telehealth per Act 491 / 2021).4Step 4 · Same DayDr. Miller Faxes Your MMJ RecFaxed direct to your chosenLA marijuana retailer, same-day.5Step 5 · Same DayShop Same-Day at Your LA RetailerWalk in with LA DL, no card,retailer verifies via LMMTS.~12 minAverage VisitNPI-VerifiedPhysicianMoney-BackGuarantee
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Louisiana Medical Marijuana Doctors via Telehealth: Complete Guide

Louisiana Medical Marijuana Doctors Online: Get Your Recommendation via Telehealth

Louisiana has a unique approach to medical cannabis - using a direct-to-pharmacy recommendation model rather than traditional recommendation cards. With $0 state registration fee and broad physician discretion, getting access to medical marijuana is straightforward. MMJ.com connects you with Louisiana-licensed practitioners through our convenient telehealth platform.

No State Application. Shop the Same Day!

In most states, patients have to wait 1-2 weeks for the government to process their card. In Louisiana, you can complete a 15-minute telehealth call with us and drive straight to the pharmacy that afternoon.

Louisiana's Unique Direct-to-Pharmacy System

Unlike most states, Louisiana uses a streamlined recommendation process:

Key Features:

  • Direct-to-Pharmacy Recommendations: Our doctors fax your official recommendation directly to your chosen Louisiana marijuana pharmacy, allowing you to shop immediately
  • Doctor Faxes to Your Pharmacy: You choose the pharmacy, doctor sends certification directly
  • $0 State Fee: No registration or card fee for patients
  • Generous Purchase Limits: Medical patients can purchase up to 2.5 ounces of raw flower every 14 days
  • Retailer Dispensing: Products dispensed at LDH-permitted marijuana retailers
  • Telehealth Permitted: Evaluations can be done via secure video
  • Physician Discretion: Doctors can prescribe for any debilitating condition
  • No Card Required: Your certification at the pharmacy is your authorization

Sources: Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Louisiana Department of Health, Louisiana Revised Statutes

FAQ

Common Questions About Louisiana MMJ Cards

Who is the Louisiana medical marijuana doctor on MMJ.com?

Louisiana evaluations on MMJ.com are conducted by Dr. Johnathan Miller, MD, licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (LSBME). Under La. R.S. 40:1046, a physician in good standing with the LSBME (or a nurse practitioner authorized under state rules) may recommend therapeutic marijuana for any debilitating condition the clinician judges appropriate.

What does the Louisiana visit produce, since there is no state card?

A signed physician recommendation. Louisiana has no patient card and no state registry fee; the recommendation itself is your credential. After the 15-minute video visit, Dr. Miller's office transmits the recommendation to the LDH-permitted marijuana retailer you choose, and the retailer verifies it in the Louisiana Medical Marijuana Tracking System before dispensing.

How does the Louisiana doctor choose which retailer receives my recommendation?

You choose. Louisiana has ten base retail permits (formerly called marijuana pharmacies) plus satellite locations, regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health since January 1, 2025 under Act 693 of 2024. Tell the physician which permitted retailer is convenient for you and the recommendation is sent there; you can ask to have it moved later.

How long is a Louisiana recommendation valid?

One year from the date the physician issues it. Renewal is a new 15-minute video visit and a fresh recommendation; book 30 to 60 days before the current one expires so retailer access does not lapse.

What should I have ready for the Louisiana video visit?

A Louisiana driver's license or state ID, a list of current medications, and any records describing your condition. Records speed the discussion but LSBME rules do not require a specific document; the physician can establish the condition through the clinical interview and your reported history.

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Editorial oversight by: John Progar, CEO & FounderLast Verified: September 2026

Last Updated: September 21, 2026