Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

Added to TX CUP: 2015

Diagnosis Context

Epilepsy is a heterogeneous group of neurological disorders defined by recurrent unprovoked seizures. The CUP-relevant diagnosis is the specific epilepsy syndrome and seizure type as documented by a treating neurologist, not the colloquial label.

CUP Eligibility

Epilepsy was among the original qualifying diagnoses when the Texas Compassionate Use Program was created.

Evidence Base for Low-THC Therapy

The cannabidiol literature in pediatric epilepsy has driven much of the public conversation, but Texas’s CUP authorizes low-THC products defined by a statutory cap. The certifying physician will discuss what the evidence supports in your specific syndrome, in the context of your current anti-seizure medication regimen.

What a CURT Physician Will Look For

• Documentation of the epilepsy syndrome and seizure type
• Seizure diary or frequency log if available
• Anti-seizure medication history with response and tolerability
• EEG, MRI, or other diagnostic studies relevant to the diagnosis
• Treating neurologist contact information for care coordination

Pediatric Note

Many epilepsy patients are children. Pediatric intake requires legal-guardian involvement throughout the visit and the consent flow. The physician will coordinate with the treating pediatric neurologist.

Step-by-Step Booking

1. Send a brief intake message describing the syndrome, current treatment, and seizure frequency
2. Confirm Texas residency and review the records list with our intake team
3. Submit neurology records through the secure upload link
4. Attend the telehealth visit; include the legal guardian if the patient is a minor
5. If certified, the physician enters the patient in the Texas Compassionate Use Registry

Documentation Checklist

• Neurology notes establishing the diagnosis
• Seizure history or diary if available
• Anti-seizure medication list with response history
• Recent EEG or imaging if available
• Government-issued Texas ID (and guardian ID for pediatric intake)
• Legal guardianship documentation if applicable

Patient-Asked Questions

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