Since Iam a veteran diagnosed with PTSD, I will be checking this out soon........... Medical marijuana approved for PTSD treatment in New York State Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign legislation this weekend Posted: Nov 11, 2017 07:51 PM EST Updated: Nov 12, 2017 12:41 AM EST AddThis Sharing Buttons Share to FacebookFacebookShare to TwitterTwitterShare to PrintPrintShare to EmailEmailShare to MoreAddthis7.2K ALBANY (WSYR-TV) - Veterans diagnosed with PTSD now have a new treatment option in New York State, medical marijuana. Governor Andrew Cuomo signing new legislation today that makes PTSD the twelfth condition covered under the state's medical marijuana program. Veterans across the country have already been receiving similar treatment outside of New York. "Many of our veterans are suffering form PTSD and the medical community has determined that marijuana can be a helpful treatment in some areas," the Governor said. "Part of our commitment to do everything we can do, if there are veterans who are suffering and if we can make the treatment available, we want to." It is estimated that more than 19,000 veterans are suffering with PTSD in New York. They would need a certified doctor's approval to qualify for medical marijuana. ith PTSD, I will be checking with my doctor soon.....
Iam not sure how this program works yet, Although my primary care doctor told me she would give me a letter stating her approval for me. I will be going tomorrow to the VA, I will find out then more about the program then.
Just a status post, I was approved for medical pot(yeah). Heres how it goes, I should receive my letter of approval Thursday this week from the VA. It was a three point approval for PTST, Back pain for injuries incurred in the military, And for a MAJOR loss of appetite due to all the meds I take. Ive been sent a letter from NY state explaining all this, I have to go to a private doctor from the list of NY registered Drs. The whole process will cost me 500.00 total to be RE-INBURSED by the state, How cool is that. A three month supply is given at a time, should be interesting.
Its complicated, really complicated. Today I will know so mush more because Iam seeing my Primary Care doc and a PTSD doc at the same time. I don't want to put to much on the boards yet until Iam damn sure I know all the loops I have to jump thru. Iam learning as I go thru this process, BUT why would they give me a list of dispenseries if its just gummies and shit? So far Iam leaning towards real weed but Iam not pulling that trigger yet. Appt is at 3pm, I will get back to you.
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In order to participate in New York’s medical marijuana program, you must be able to demonstrate current residency in New York State. You’ll need to provide one of the following proofs of residency: ID number from your New York State Driver’s License or New York State Non-Driver ID Card. Copy of a government-issued identification card that contains your name and New York State address. Copy of a utility bill or other document showing your residency issued within the previous two months. The document must contain your name and address. Copy of a current lease or similar document showing your residency within New York State. Other documentation as approved by DOH containing sufficient information to show proof of residency in New York State. Temporary residents who are receiving treatment in New York for a qualifying medical condition may demonstrate residency by providing a lease, utility bill, hospital bill, or other documentation as approved by the Department of Health. 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Last I heard from the VA was a letter informing me that my "issues are not combat related, so I got nothing coming - fuck me and thanks for the memories". I decided right then that me and them owe each other nothing. Fuck the VA. I hope the bitches enjoy their fucking retirements.