What does social security card mean?

Legal analysis: The difference between gold card and silver card is that gold card refers to the insured who participates in comprehensive medical insurance, while silver card refers to the insured who participates in basic medical insurance for hospitalization.

Legal basis: Social Insurance Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) Article 1 This Law is formulated in accordance with the Constitution in order to standardize the social insurance relationship, safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of citizens to participate in social insurance and enjoy social insurance benefits, enable citizens to enjoy the fruits of development and promote social harmony and stability.