Today, more than 701,000 people in Brazil use the Unified Health System (SUS). Therefore, all of these people need the SUS card to access necessary medical procedures.
Therefore, the Unified Health System (SUS) is one of the greatest assets of the Brazilian people, offering universal and free access to health services.
So, the good news is that today this card can be requested online for free. Just have the Conecte SUS app on your smartphone.
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Therefore, today you will check out how to request the sus card online. Follow along below.
See Now How to Request Your SUS Card Simply and Easily
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Applying for a SUS Card is a simple and accessible procedure for all Brazilian citizens. There are a few ways to obtain it:
- In person at Health Centers: Go to a health center or Basic Health Unit (UBS) closest to your home. There, you will need to present an identity document, such as an ID card or birth certificate, and proof of residence. The health unit staff will help you fill out the registration form.
- Through the SUS app: The Federal Government provides the “Conecte SUS” application for smartphones. Through this application, it is possible to register and request the digital SUS Card quickly and easily. Simply follow the instructions on the screen and enter the requested information.
- On the internet: For those who prefer the convenience of a computer, it is possible to access the Ministry of Health website and search for the option to request a SUS Card. In this case, it is important to fill in the fields correctly and follow the indicated steps.
To Request Your Card Via App Follow the Step-by-Step Guide Below:
To issue the card through the application, see the steps to be followed:
- Download the Conecte Sus app on your smartphone, available for Android and iOS;
- After installing the application, go to the “start” button and then “enter”;
- Access the app using your Gov.br login;
- If you are not registered with Gov.br, take the opportunity to do so by filling in your details;
- Then, when entering the application, click on “SUS virtual card” and the digital card will be generated, which can replace the physical card.
Request Your Card Via Website With The Following Step-by-Step Guide:
Issuing the card via the website is also very simple. See the complete step-by-step guide:
- Enter the Conecte Sus website;
- Click on “enter with gov.br”;
- Fill in your login details. If you haven't registered yet, do so by providing your details;
- Once inside the application, click on the orange button that appears on the screen;
- This way, you will see the SUS virtual card and just press the “download” button;
- That's it, the document has been issued and, if you want, you can print sus card.
But After All, What is a SUS Card?
The SUS Card is a unique identification, an electronic record that allows access to medical consultations, exams, surgeries, vaccinations and other health services offered by the public system in Brazil.
Furthermore, this card speeds up service and facilitates the patient's medical history, ensuring a more efficient and personalized service.
Therefore, the card contains a series of important information, such as:
- Full name;
- Date of birth;
- Number of SUS card;
- Data from personal documents, such as CPF and ID.
Thus, the document serves to enable the patient to have access to the necessary procedures, in addition to providing a record of their entire medical records.
Need to Get a Duplicate Card? Here's How It's Possible
If you had the physical card, but lost the document, today the 2nd copy of the card is also issued online, through Conecte Sus.
Therefore, to issue 2nd card, Follow the complete step-by-step instructions below:
- Access the Conecte Sus website;
- Go to “enter” and enter your CPF and password to access Gov.br;
- Then, inside the patient area, simply click on the orange button and download the card;
- If you prefer the physical version, just print the card.
In addition, there is also the possibility of requesting a second copy of the card at the Basic Health Unit. Therefore, all you have to do is look for the one closest to your home and show up with your documents in hand.
Check Out More Benefits of the SUS Card
The SUS Card offers a series of benefits that go beyond facilitating access to health services. Some of the main ones are:
- Agility in service: With the SUS Card, the patient has their medical history recorded in the system, speeding up future consultations and procedures, avoiding the need to repeat exams already performed.
- Access to free medicines: In some situations, the SUS Card allows access to free medicines provided by the public health system, contributing to the treatment and control of chronic diseases.
- Better health monitoring: The card allows for better monitoring of the individual's health history, enabling more personalized care targeted to the needs of each patient.
