Medical Marijuana Certification Course

Medical Marijuana Certification Course - Massachusetts

The Medical Marijuana Certification Course will help physicians make informed decisions regarding medicinal cannabis treatments for their patients. This activity provides an evidence based analysis of marijuana’s efficacy, risks and benefits in treating a wide range of approved conditions. The science, safety, and impact of medical marijuana will be explored, in order to enhance physician knowledge of this emerging healthcare resource. This activity meets the CME requirements necessary for physicians to participate in the Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program.

CME Information

Release date: April 5th, 2022
CME Credit Deadline: April 4th, 2023

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of Global Education Group and Meetings By Mail. Global Education Group is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Global Education Group designates this enduring material for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Price: $200.00

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Massachusetts Approved Conditions for Medical Marijuana Treatment

Cancer
Glaucoma
HIV/AIDS
Hepatitis C
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s Disease)

Crohn’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease
Multiple sclerosis
Other conditions as determined in writing by a qualifying patient’s physician

Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program Physician Requirements

According to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Guidance for Healthcare Providers Regarding the Medical Use of Marijuana, state licensed (MD or DO) physicians can qualify to recommend marijuana to patients if they hold an active, full license with no prescribing restrictions, and a Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration (MCSR). They must have at least one established place of practice in Massachusetts. The physician must have a bona fide healthcare provider-patient relationship before a qualifying recommendation can be made for medical marijuana. This includes a clinical visit, as well as a completed and documented full assessment of the patient’s medical history and current medical condition. The physician must explain the potential risks and benefits of the marijuana use, and has a role in the patient’s ongoing care and treatment.

Pursuant to 935 CMR 501.010(1), physicians must have completed a minimum of 2.0 Category 1 continuing professional development credits prior to issuing certifications for the medical use of marijuana. The continuing education program must explain the proper use of marijuana, including side effects, dosage, and contraindications, including with psychotropic drugs, as well as on substance abuse recognition, diagnosis, and treatment related to marijuana.