Frequently Asked Questions

Medical Cannabis

  • A licensed provider will review your medical history during a telehealth visit and determine eligibility. They have a money-back guarantee so there is no risk in seeing if you qualify!

  • Schedule a telehealth appointment with Elevated Health MD. After your evaluation, the provider submits your certification to the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH). You will then receive an email from DPH to pay the state registration fee. The physical card will be mailed to you after you pay the DPH fee.

  • Usually you will receive your card within 5-10 business days after your appointment. Some patients have reported receiving their card less than 48 hours later.

  • More patients can qualify than they think! Elevated Health MD has a 99% approval rate and offers a money-back guarantee if you are not approved.

  • Currently the state charges $30 plus a $3 Convenience Fee and $0.75 Processing Fee.

    Total $33.75 in state fees

    Please note- This fee is separate from the doctor’s fees and is paid directly to the Georgia Department of Public Health. You will receive an email after your appointment with instructions on paying.

  • YES! We offer a variety of other products that don’t require a medical card such as hemp-derived THC products (21+), wellness products, drinks, snacks, OTC medications and other convenience items.

  • YES! We offer many other products besides medical cannabis and our environment is clean, friendly and appropriate for all ages.

  • No appointment is needed. Walk-ins are welcome. Our pharmacist is available to answer questions and help guide your product selection.

    Please be sure to check out our pharmacist hours to ensure you will be able to purchase your medical cannabis when you visit. One59 (hemp-derived THC) is available whenever the store is open.

  • We cannot dispense medical cannabis without a licensed pharmacist present. However, we can sell all of our other inventory (including One59 hemp-derived thc products) so we have longer hours for purchasing those items.

  • Georgia allows the purchase of low-THC oil products that meet state guidelines. At Lotus Farmacy, we carry a curated selection of compliant medical cannabis formulations designed to support wellness and symptom relief.

  • No. Georgia’s medical cannabis program does not offer reciprocity with other states. Your card is valid only within Georgia at licensed dispensaries and pharmacies.

  • No. Unfortunately, medical cannabis and certification appointments are not covered by insurance providers at this time.

  • Please bring your physical Georgia Medical Cannabis card and a valid government-issued photo ID. This allows us to securely onboard you into our system and complete your first purchase.

  • Georgia law does not allow free or gifted cannabis products. However, Lotus Farmacy may offer compliant discounts on qualifying purchases as permitted by state regulations.

    We currently offer a discount on medical cannabis products for low-income individuals.

    You can also join Lotus Loyalty to receive perks and rewards!

  • Absolutely. Our experienced pharmacy team will discuss your goals, dosing considerations, and product options to help you find the best therapeutic fit.

    If you don’t need any guidance, thats ok too! We are here to serve you if and when you need us.

  • Absolutely, we offer a variety of other products such as hemp-derived THC (21+), OTC meds, drinks, snacks, wellness products, some prescription and weight-loss medication.

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