How long can I use the medical insurance card after renewal?

After medical insurance renewal and re-payment, it usually takes 2 -6 months to enjoy medical insurance benefits again. The specific time available needs to be determined according to the local medical insurance policy.

Renewing the medical insurance card means that after the expiration of the validity period of the medical insurance card, you need to go through the renewal procedures to continue to enjoy the medical insurance benefits. The following is the general process of renewal of medical insurance card:

1. Preparation materials: you need to prepare medical insurance cards, ID cards, household registration books, social security cards, medical reimbursement vouchers and other materials;

2. Fill in the renewal application form: get the renewal application form at the medical insurance center or the social security bureau window and fill in relevant information, including personal basic information and medical insurance card information;

3. Payment: After completing the renewal application form, pay the medical insurance premium according to the regulations;

4. Handling procedures: submit the completed application form for renewal of insurance and the receipt or voucher for payment of medical insurance premium to the medical insurance center or the social security bureau window for handling procedures;

5. Get a new card: After completing the renewal procedure, you need to apply for a new medical insurance card at the relevant window.

To sum up, the specific process of renewal of medical insurance card may be different in different regions and under different circumstances. Before going through the renewal procedures, it is recommended to know the local policies and regulations and prepare the required materials to ensure the smooth handling.

Legal basis:

Article 2 of People's Republic of China (PRC) Social Insurance Law

The state establishes social insurance systems such as basic old-age insurance, basic medical insurance, industrial injury insurance, unemployment insurance and maternity insurance, so as to guarantee citizens' right to receive material assistance from the state and society in accordance with the law when they are old, sick, injured, unemployed and have children.

Article 26

The basic medical insurance for employees, the new rural cooperative medical system and the basic medical insurance for urban residents shall be implemented in accordance with state regulations.

Article 28

Medical expenses that meet the basic medical insurance drug list, diagnosis and treatment items, medical service facilities standards and emergency rescue shall be paid by the basic medical insurance fund in accordance with state regulations.