Medical Cannabis in Texas, Explained for Plano Patients

Texas is not Colorado or California. There’s no recreational market here, and nobody mails you a card. Instead, Texas runs a medical marijuana program called the Compassionate Use Program, or TCUP for short.

Here’s how it works in plain terms. A qualified Texas physician evaluates you and, if you meet the criteria, prescribes low-THC cannabis. Your physician prescription is then registered in the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas, which goes by CURT. That registry entry is what lets you purchase cannabis from a state-licensed dispensary.

The program shifted on September 1, 2025, when House Bill 46 took effect. It widened the qualifying conditions list, adding chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, Crohn’s disease, terminal illness, and hospice and palliative care. If you checked your eligibility years ago and heard no, it’s worth another look. The list of conditions is broader now than it’s ever been.

Plano sits at the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, which means you’re not limited to a single clinic on the edge of town. Because our evaluations run by secure video, you get care from a certified physician without fighting traffic on the Dallas North Tollway or rearranging your workday. North Texas patients use DocMJ for the same reason they use telemedicine for anything else: the doctor comes to you.

How a DocMJ Telehealth Evaluation Works for Plano Patients

Book Your Appointment

Pick a time that works for you. Scheduling takes a couple of minutes online, and no referral is required.

Meet Your Physician by Video

You talk with a licensed, certified physician who specializes in cannabis. This is a real medical conversation about your symptoms and your medical history. Not a rubber stamp.

Get Certified and Registered

If you qualify, your physician certifies you and your prescription is registered in CURT, often the same day. We make sure your registry entry is correct so nothing holds up your dispensary visit.

Visit a Texas Dispensary

Once you’re in CURT, you can purchase cannabis from any state-licensed dispensary. We’ll point you to options near Plano.

How the Texas Medical Cannabis Process Works

1. Schedule Your Appointment

Choose an available appointment time and complete the requested patient information. Gather any relevant medical records, a current medication list, and information about your diagnosis or previous treatment.

2. Meet With a Qualified Doctor

Attend a private telemedicine appointment with a qualified physician. The doctor reviews your medical history, symptoms, current care, and whether you have a condition recognized by the Texas Compassionate Use Program.

3. Receive the Physician’s Decision

The appointment is a medical evaluation, not an automatic approval. The physician determines whether you meet Texas requirements and whether the potential benefit of low-THC medical cannabis is reasonable compared with the risks.

4. The Physician Enters the Prescription in CURT

If you qualify, the physician enters your patient information and prescription into the Compassionate Use Registry of Texas. Patients do not register themselves with CURT or submit a separate marijuana card application.

5. Contact a Licensed Texas Dispensing Organization

After the prescription appears in CURT, you or your legal guardian must contact a licensed Texas dispensing organization. The dispensing organization verifies your identity and prescription information before filling the order. Dispensaries are not automatically notified when a physician enters a prescription.

Why Plano Patients Choose DocMJ Doctors

Plenty of services will sell you a card. We’d rather give you a doctor who actually helps.

Every DocMJ physician is a licensed doctor, and each one is certified to authorize qualified medical marijuana patients. Dr. Jack Rothman leads our Plano care. When you meet with him over video, you’re getting physician-guided treatment planning and medical judgment, not a checkbox exercise.

Same-day approvals are standard here. When you qualify, we move fast so you’re not waiting weeks on a registry snag. And we give you an honest evaluation: if cannabis isn’t right for you, we’ll say so. You’ll never be upsold into a prescription you don’t need.

We serve patients across the state, from Plano and Frisco to San Antonio and South Houston. If you move or travel within Texas, you stay covered. Your prescription follows you, because the registry is statewide.

Renewals work the same way. Your Texas prescription expires, and when it does, a short follow-up visit gets you re-registered without starting from scratch. We’ll remind you before it lapses so your access doesn’t drop.

Telemedicine Access for Plano Patients

You don’t have to drive to a cannabis clinic. Every DocMJ Texas evaluation is conducted via telemedicine, which means a secure video call on your phone or computer.

Before your visit, have your medical records handy, if you have them, along with a short list of the medications you currently take and the symptoms you want to discuss. You don’t need a referral, and you don’t need to memorize everything. Your physician will guide the conversation.

What Our Patients Say

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Surfsidecary
7 days ago
I came back to docmj for my TCUP renewal. They're super professional and punctual. Thank you
Response from the owner:Hello! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad Dr. Franquiz took the time to listen and consider your health history to provide thoughtful care. We’re thrilled to hear you’ll be reaching out to DocMJ again!
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Dayon Nichols
2 weeks ago
Amazing doc knew exactly what she was doing and what I needed thank you so much to the team for helping quick and easy!!!
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Channy S
2 weeks ago
He listens, advise and have a wonderful bedside manner.
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3 weeks ago
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Eddie Carter
3 weeks ago
Dr was very friendly and welcoming, he made me feel extremely comfortable expressing my symptoms, emotions and concerns. He was very understanding and I truly recommend anyone going through DocMJ.
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Chris Calico
3 weeks ago
Great counsel by the Doc!!! Quick and professional process start to finish .
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Eliazar Silva
4 weeks ago
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Andrew Raines
1 month ago
Dr. Franquiz took extremely good care of me. Highly recommend getting in touch with them.
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davewolf
1 month ago
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Valine Carrillo
1 month ago
thank you for seeing me on short notice and being so kind.
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TINA STAFFORD
1 month ago
Easy process, Doctor was Very Thorough and nice
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Brooklyn Battise
1 month ago
So understanding! Very easy to talk to!
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Robin Tolbert
1 month ago
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Reba Taylor
2 months ago
Dr. Franquiz made the process very easy.
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raul albor
2 months ago
Im waiting for my refund because they couldn't give me a prescription cause they want me to get my medical history. I don't even know who to call or talk to. The doctor also was really eager to end the meeting when she realized she wasn't able to help me. I had questions and didn't get answers for whatever reason she was in a rush. Update; they refunded me without any hassle. I'd definitely recommend or use them again!
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223 lay ay down
2 months ago
Very personal
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Donald Gunnell
2 months ago
Very professional and helpful and treated me great, thank you so much.
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Joseph
2 months ago
If your looking to get your prescription and no bs this is the website to go to, and I'm not even getting paid to say this
Response from the owner:Hello Joseph! Thank you so much for the honest recommendation! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Our goal is to make the medical cannabis certification process as straightforward and hassle-free as possible, and we’re grateful to have earned your trust!
Kaitlin Wynne
2 months ago
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Luca Brasi
2 months ago
Very helpful and they takecare of patients
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Abi Murphy
2 months ago
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Justin Thompson
2 months ago
Docmj and the staff are some of the greatest people to explain your issues to. They really care about how your feel and take consideration in it to get you the help you need.
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Renea Robertson
2 months ago
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Local Service Notes for Plano Patients

DocMJ is upfront about cost before you ever book. Call (888) 880-8863 and the team will tell you exactly what a Plano evaluation costs, with no surprises.

Your appointment is conducted via a secure video call, and your medical information remains between you and your physician. DocMJ takes patient privacy seriously, which matters when you’re discussing something as personal as your health.

Map and Directions

DocMJ serves Plano patients through Texas telemedicine appointments supported by its Houston location.  Plano patients can schedule through DocMJ and complete their Texas medical marijuana evaluation online where permitted.

  • DocMJ
  • 400 N. Sam Houston Parkway East, Suite 301, Houston, TX 77060
  • +1 888-880-8863
  • Hours: contact DocMJ to confirm current appointment availability

Texas Contact Location

This is DocMJ’s Texas contact location in Houston. Plano evaluations are conducted through secure telemedicine, so a trip to Houston is not required for a routine appointment. Call to confirm appointment details if you believe an in-person visit is needed.

Business Hours: Add current verified appointment hours before publishing.

Nearby Areas Served

DocMJ serves patients across the state, from Plano and Frisco to San Antonio and South Houston, including nearby North Texas communities:

  • Frisco
  • Allen
  • McKinney
  • Richardson
  • Carrollton

Local FAQs

“Is medical cannabis legal in Plano, Texas?”

Yes, for qualifying patients. Texas legalized a medical program through the Compassionate Use Program, and Plano residents can participate through a qualified physician. There is no recreational market in Texas.

“Do I need a medical marijuana card?”

No. Texas doesn’t issue a physical medical marijuana card. Your physician’s prescription, registered in CURT, is what authorizes your dispensary purchase.

“What does an evaluation cost?”

DocMJ is upfront about cost before you ever book. Call (888) 880-8863 and the team will tell you exactly what a Plano evaluation costs, with no surprises.

“Can I renew my prescription through DocMJ?”

Yes. Cannabis prescriptions in Texas expire, and renewal is part of the program. When yours is close to lapsing, book a follow-up telemedicine visit, and DocMJ will handle the re-registration.

“How fast can I get approved?”

Many Plano patients are approved and registered the same day. The telemedicine model means no waiting room and no multi-week backlog.

“Is my evaluation private?”

Yes. Your appointment is conducted via a secure video call, and your medical information remains between you and your physician. DocMJ takes patient privacy seriously, which matters when you’re discussing something as personal as your health.

Book Your Plano Medical Cannabis Evaluation

You’ve been living with these symptoms long enough. Find out if cannabis can help, and do it the right way: with a physician who guides you, not a website that just takes your money. Call DocMJ at (888) 880-8863 or schedule your telemedicine appointment online. A real doctor will review your medical history, answer your questions, and then tell you honestly whether you qualify for the Texas Compassionate Use Program.

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