What it costs
The short version: a new medical marijuana doctor visit in Melbourne at HelloMJ is $169, plus Florida's $77.75 state registry fee — $246.75 typical total. Transfers are $149; 7-month recertifications are $99. The visit fee is refunded if you do not qualify.
Patients comparing Space Coast clinics often see one number in an ad and another at checkout. Separating the physician visit from the state fee — and knowing what renewals cost — keeps the Melbourne math honest.
Melbourne pricing breakdown
| Visit type | Paid to HelloMJ | Paid to the state | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New certification | $169 | $77.75 | $246.75 |
| Transfer | $149 | $77.75 if your card is due | Varies |
| Recertification (every 7 months) | $99 | $77.75 when the annual card renews | Plan for both clocks |
A one-time 4% fee applies to card payments at HelloMJ. Insurance, Medicare and Medicaid do not cover medical marijuana visits. Full statewide details: pricing.
What the $169 visit includes
- Pre-visit intake and online scheduling
- Face-to-face exam with a qualified Florida physician
- Patient educator support
- Personalized treatment plan and a 7-month certification when you qualify
- Same-day registry entry when certified
Office location and hours: Melbourne page.
What the $77.75 state fee covers
That payment goes to the Florida Department of Health inside the Medical Marijuana Use Registry ($75 + $2.75 online convenience fee). It is how you receive your state ID card. HelloMJ does not collect it for the state — you pay it online after certification.
What to budget after year one
Florida requires physician follow-up at least every 210 days and a card renewal every 12 months. Many patients budget roughly two $99 recertifications per year plus one $77.75 state renewal — separate from dispensary product costs.
Not approved? You get 100% of the HelloMJ visit fee back. The state fee is only paid after you are certified.
FAQ
Is Melbourne priced differently from other HelloMJ cities?
No. New visits are $169, transfers $149 and recertifications $99 across our Florida offices.
Do veterans pay less in Melbourne?
Veterans who establish care with HelloMJ receive free 7-month follow-ups. Transfer patients pay the $149 transfer fee first. See pricing.
Why is payment collected before the visit?
It reserves your appointment. If you do not qualify, the visit fee is refunded in full.