What are the functions of the third generation social security card?

The third generation social security card is a smart card issued by the government, which can be used to handle various social insurance businesses such as medical insurance, social insurance and provident fund. Its functions include identity authentication, medical insurance credit card, social security inquiry, electronic certificate and so on.

The third generation social security card refers to the new generation social security card issued by the government of China. Compared with the second-generation social security card, the third-generation social security card has greatly improved in the fields of security, intelligence and service. The third generation social security card can realize identity authentication, medical insurance card swiping, social security inquiry, electronic certificate and other functions. In terms of medical insurance, cardholders can use social security cards to pay medical expenses directly without filling out reimbursement forms or waiting in line. In terms of social security, the third-generation social security card supports medical settlement in different places, and can also query social security payment records, personal account balances and other information through self-service terminals or online. In addition, the third generation social security card also has the function of electronic certificate, which can be used for identity identification, certificate verification and other occasions. In order to ensure the security of the third generation social security card, the card adopts a variety of encryption technologies and anti-counterfeiting measures. For example, the card surface has a double-layer chip embedded package, which can resist electronic attacks, physical attacks and thermal attacks; When personal information is stored in the card, an encryption algorithm is used, and only authorized institutions can read it.

How to apply for the third generation social security card? The third generation social security card must be handled by the local social insurance department or social security card service agency. You need to provide valid identification, social security card application form and other related materials when handling. After the application is completed, you need to activate the social security card at the social security card service institution within the specified time, otherwise it will not be used normally.

As a new generation of intelligent social security card, the third generation social security card has many convenient functions and is very practical for cardholders. However, when using social security cards, consumers also need to pay attention to the protection of personal information and the safety of using cards to avoid the disclosure of personal information.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) Social Insurance Law Article 2 The State establishes social insurance systems such as basic old-age insurance, basic medical insurance, industrial injury insurance, unemployment insurance and maternity insurance. To protect citizens' right to get material help from the state and society in old age, illness, work injury, unemployment and childbirth.