When do I pay for medical insurance and social security? Analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, the payment time for medical insurance and social security has become the focus of public attention, especially as the end of the year approaches, many regions have begun to issue new payment policies. This article will combine the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days to sort out the medical insurance and social security payment times, precautions and frequently asked questions for you, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Summary of medical insurance and social security payment time in 2023

The following is the schedule of medical insurance and social security payment in major regions across the country (data as of November 2023):
| area | Medical insurance payment time | Social security payment time | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | November 1 - December 31, 2023 | 1st-25th of every month | Centralized payment of medical insurance for urban and rural residents |
| Shanghai | October 15-December 20, 2023 | 5th-20th of every month | People with flexible employment should pay attention to the deadline |
| Guangdong | September 1 - December 31, 2023 | 1st-15th of every month | Employees’ social security payment is paid monthly |
| Sichuan | November 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024 | 1st-20th of every month | Medical insurance for urban and rural residents extended to February of the following year |
2. Answers to recent hot questions
1.What should I do if I miss the payment deadline?Additional payment is allowed in some areas, but late payment fees may be incurred or benefits may be affected. For example, the deadline for supplementary payment of medical insurance for urban and rural residents in Beijing is January 31, 2024.
2.Are there any changes to the payment standards?Medical insurance premiums will rise in many places in 2024. For example, Shanghai’s urban and rural residents’ medical insurance is adjusted from 820 yuan/year to 880 yuan/year, and the lower limit of Shenzhen’s employee medical insurance payment base is raised to 6,475 yuan/month.
3.What are the online payment channels?Mainstream platforms include: Alipay "Citizen Center", WeChat "City Services", local human resources and social security bureau APPs and bank deduction channels.
3. Inventory of hot topics across the Internet
The most discussed topics on social platforms in the past 10 days:
| topic | Number of discussions (10,000) | Main points of dispute |
|---|---|---|
| "Medical insurance payment period extended to 25 years" | 28.5 | New regulations in Guangdong and other places lead to delayed retirement |
| “Reduced rebates from personal medical insurance accounts” | 19.2 | Reform of outpatient mutual aid security system in many places |
| “The suspension of social security payments affects the qualifications for home purchase” | 15.7 | Social security continuity requirements in first-tier cities |
4. Expert advice and precautions
1.Check payment information promptly: You can check your insurance status and payment records through the "National Medical Insurance Service Platform" APP.
2.Pay attention to policies for special groups: Subsistence allowance households, retired military personnel, etc. may enjoy payment reductions and exemptions, but need to proactively consult the community.
3.Long-distance payment connection: People employed across provinces need to apply for social security transfers to avoid repeated payments.
4.Keep payment voucher: Electronic receipts must be kept for at least 2 years as a basis for rights protection.
As the medical and social security systems continue to reform, it is recommended that the public pay attention to official notices regularly to ensure that their rights and interests are not affected. If you need further help, you can call the 12333 national social security service hotline for consultation.
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