Last verified: March 2026

Two Independent Renewal Cycles

Florida medical marijuana patients must maintain two completely separate registrations that expire on different schedules:

1. MMUR ID Card (Annual)

• Expires one year from the date of issuance
• Renewal applications open 45 days before expiration
• Costs $75 per renewal
• Renewed online through the MMUR portal at mmuregistry.flhealth.gov

2. Physician Certification (Every 210 Days)

• Expires 210 days (approximately 7 months) from the physician's certification date
• Requires a follow-up evaluation with your certifying physician
• Costs $99–$200 per visit (varies by provider)
• Subsequent recertifications may be conducted via telehealth (per HB 387, 2023)

Why the Deadlines Don't Align

The 210-day physician certification cycle and the 365-day card renewal cycle are completely independent of each other. A patient who gets their card in January and their physician certification in January will need to recertify with their physician in August, then renew their card the following January, then recertify with their physician again in March — the cycles drift apart over time.

This means a patient typically needs approximately two physician recertification visits per year at $99–$200 each, plus the annual $75 card renewal — creating an ongoing cost of $275–$475 per year just to maintain access.

What Happens If Either Lapses

If either the ID card or the physician certification expires:

• The MMUR system will block all purchases at dispensaries
• You may still legally possess previously purchased medicine
• You cannot buy new products until both registrations are current
• There is no grace period — the lockout is immediate upon expiration

How to Avoid Getting Locked Out

OMMU Patient Helpline

If you're unsure of your renewal dates or encounter issues, contact the OMMU at 800-808-9580 or check your status online at mmuregistry.flhealth.gov.