PHYSICIANS

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How can a physician participate in the medical marijuana program?

Starting August 1, 2020, Louisiana Licensed Physicians in good standing can recommend medical marijuana for any condition or ailment. Private educational sessions and/or staff meetings with the Ilera Holistic Healthcare educational liaison team is available through virtual meeting platforms, or in-person meetings implementing specific social distancing and masking requirements due to COVID19.

Physicians, in good standing, need to provide their CDS licensed number to the Louisiana Department of Pharmacy. There is no fee, no background check, no fingerprinting, and no need to contact the Louisiana Board of Medical Examiners. 

For more physician specific information and review of the program, please contact Pam Wiltz, PWiltz@ileraholistic.com

Can you please provide sample language that should be included in my written request to the Board of Pharmacy? 

Yes, the physician can copy and paste the sample text below: 

Please modify my personal CDS license, (CDS XXXXXX), to include the Therapeutic Marijuana Program. 

Send an email, fax, or mail-in request to the Louisiana Department of Pharmacy, and the physician will be registered.

info@pharmacy.la.gov

(225)925-6499

3388 Brentwood Drive, Baton Rouge,   LA 70809

Where do I find my CDS license number?

Louisiana Board of Pharmacy: https://secure.pharmacy.la.gov/Lookup/LicenseLookup.aspx

Select- CDS License-Physician (CDS-MD)

What is the education process for physicians who want to register with the medical marijuana program?

The State of Louisiana does not have an educational requirement. Private educational sessions and/or staff meetings with the Ilera Holistic Healthcare educational liaison team is available through virtual meeting platforms, or in-person meetings implementing specific social distancing and masking requirements due to COVID19.

Is telemedicine permitted for recommending patients into the Therapeutic Marijuana Program? 

Yes, physicians licensed in the state of Louisiana can recommend medical marijuana to patients through telemedicine. 

For more physician education and resources, please contact Pam Wiltz, PWiltz@ileraholistic.com

From the Louisiana State Legislature

Review HB819 by Representative Larry Bagley below:

http://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=20rs&b=HB819&sbi=y