[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1644773927674{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]The first time you visit a Billings medical marijuana dispensary, you may be nervous about what to expect. After all, it’s a place that deals in marijuana – an illegal substance in many states – so you want to make sure you know exactly what they do there and how they can help you before you part with your hard-earned money. Here’s what to expect when you visit a Billings medical marijuana dispensary.
NOTE: 406 Essence of Safe Access, LLC is not a Marijuana Dispensary. We are a marijuana wholesale and distribution outlet in Billings, MT that provides safe and legal access to cannabis (marijuana) for therapeutic, medical, and adult-use market dispensaries. We provide this information as a service to wholesale and direct sale clients in our area.
How to find a dispensary in Billings
Narrowing down your choices for medical marijuana can be tough. How do you find a dispensary that’s in your neighborhood and knows your doctor? How do you know how much to pay for different strains of marijuana? Fortunately, there are resources available to help you with everything from finding a dispensary in Billings to learning about specific medical conditions and their corresponding strains.
This guide will answer all of your questions as well as introduce you to new tools that will help make shopping easier!
Things you need when you visit a dispensary
A valid ID and a recommendation from your doctor that you are approved to receive medical marijuana. The reason for needing both of these is because it is illegal to sell or give marijuana to someone who does not have a card and unless you have your doctors’ recommendation, they will deny you service.
However, when you arrive at the dispensary, if they recognize your name or can see that you are there with another customer that they know has been previously approved by their physician to use medical marijuana; then they will not ask for a card. The card costs $50 per year and will have a photo of yourself on it as well as your date of birth.
As soon as you arrive, expect to be asked for your ID and whether or not you are a first-time customer.
If you are a first-time customer, they will guide you through most of what is about to happen in order to ensure that you know what’s going on and also because it helps them to keep track of new customers. After showing them your ID, they will go over how medical marijuana works in Billings. They will then give you a piece of paper with some basic information on it including prices and terms that were created by their collective group. They will show you around their facility so that you can see where everything is kept, but do note that each collective has their own unique setup and rules. Finally, they will escort you to the check out counter where they ask you once again if you are a first-time patient and if so, ask for your doctor’s recommendation letter.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1644773932946{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”3851″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_rounded” onclick=”link_image”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]
Three rules of etiquette at dispensaries
1. Don’t ask a lot of questions if you can’t afford it. This is more than just being polite—it also ensures that patients who are truly in need get help first. If you don’t need cannabis as a medicine, there will be another day for you to try it.
2. Mind your manners and treat people with respect; marijuana doesn’t change who you are, so remember to treat others as you would like to be treated yourself, despite your altered state of mind .[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1644774045362{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]3. Watch what you say online. Some dispensaries might not want their competition knowing how many customers they’re getting or even their locations–which means no geotagging on Instagram or Facebook! Leave out specific names or locations when talking about dispensaries you know on social media (and definitely do not give out medical advice without having a patient-practitioner relationship).
Like any doctor’s office visit, every dispensary visit should be considered private information between patient and provider. After all, everyone deserves his or her medical privacy. That said, most dispensaries are incredibly friendly places where everyone is welcome.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_cta h2=”Have Questions?” h4=”Get In Touch With Us Today” txt_align=”center” style=”3d” color=”green” el_width=”lg” add_button=”bottom” btn_title=”GET IN TOUCH TODAY” btn_style=”3d” btn_color=”warning” btn_align=”center” btn_button_block=”true” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2F406essence.com%2Fcontact%2F|title:Contact” css=”.vc_custom_1644774922819{margin-top: 60px !important;margin-bottom: 60px !important;}”]
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Getting the most out of your visit
Like any other doctor’s appointment, you should make sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early so that you can fill out paperwork and speak with a staff member. Depending on your needs, an associate may help you navigate different strains, products, and pricing information. For example, they may recommend edibles if they think that you might have trouble tracking your intake or choosing a strain with specific active ingredients. If you have questions about specific strains or prices (or simply need some advice), don’t be afraid to ask!
Tips for new patients
If you’re a new patient, don’t be intimidated by your options. While many dispensaries offer dozens of options, it can be tempting to opt for something with a familiar name. After all, if you’ve been prescribed medical marijuana by your doctor and it’s legal in your state, what could go wrong?
That said, there are still some things to keep in mind when buying marijuana from a dispensary for the first time. In most cases, you’ll want to start small and go slow. If you’re not sure about how much is too much, always err on side of caution. And don’t forget: everything happens faster when you’re high!
Some common questions people have about dispensaries
How do they work? What should I expect? Do they take insurance? Here’s an overview of what to expect when you visit a Billings medical marijuana dispensary. Before visiting, call your local dispensary and ask about fees (including consultation fees), hours, and qualifying conditions.
In Montana, many dispensaries are cash-only but it is becoming more common for them to accept major credit cards. Come prepared with your state-issued card or another government-issued ID with your picture on it such as a driver’s license or passport, as well as proof of residency such as utility bills, bank statements, tax returns or property leases showing your current address in Montana.
Bring along one other piece of ID if possible; options include student IDs, military IDs and even boarding passes from an airline showing your most recent flight out of Montana within 30 days before visiting. If you’re younger than 18 years old, a parent or guardian must accompany you. And be ready to provide basic personal information including name, home address, Social Security number and date of birth. Lastly: don’t forget your questions![/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
