N.J. Admin. Code § 13:35-7A.4

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 13:35-7A.4 - Certification requirements

(a) Prior to issuing a certification for the medical use of marijuana, the physician shall have conducted a comprehensive medical history and physical examination of the patient to determine whether the patient suffers from a debilitating medical condition that qualifies the patient to receive marijuana pursuant to N.J.S.A. 24:6I-3.

(b) The certification shall be signed and dated by the physician and shall attest to the physician's authorization for the patient to be registered with the Department of Health and Senior Services for the medical use of marijuana. If authorized by the Department of Health and Senior Services, the certification shall be electronically transmitted to the Department of Health and Senior Services. The certification shall include the following information:

1. Physician name, address and telephone number;

2. Physician license number and CDS registration number;

3. Patient name, address, telephone number and date of birth;

4. If applicable, caregiver name, address, telephone number and date of birth;

5. Diagnosis of debilitating medical condition; and

6. Any other information required by the Department of Health and Senior Services by rule.

(c) Prior to issuing a certification for the medical use of marijuana for a minor patient, a physician shall:

1. Obtain written confirmation from a physician trained in the care of pediatric patients and from a psychiatrist, establishing that, in their respective professional opinions, following review of the minor patient's medical record or examination of the minor patient, the minor patient is likely to receive therapeutic or palliative benefits from the medical use of marijuana to treat or alleviate symptoms associated with his or her debilitating medical condition. If the certifying physician is trained in the care of pediatric patients, he or she shall only be required to obtain written confirmation from a psychiatrist; and

2. Explain the potential risks and benefits of the medical use of marijuana to the minor patient and to a parent, guardian or person having legal custody of the minor patient. Such explanation shall be documented in the minor patient's medical record.

N.J. Admin. Code § 13:35-7A.4