Different functions: medical card is a card issued by a specific hospital or medical institution, which is mainly used to record the patient's medical information and medical expenses; Social security cards are mainly used to record personal social security payment information, including medical insurance and endowment insurance. Can also be used to reimburse medical expenses.
Different distribution groups: medical cards are mainly distributed to individuals or patients who need medical services; Social security cards are issued to all individuals or units participating in social insurance.