From January 2024, there will be a new benefit policy for flexible workers. Guizhou, Shandong, Anhui, Shanghai, Beijing and other medical insurance bureaus recently issued a notice announcing that they will improve the maternity security system and merge the maternity insurance and basic medical insurance for flexible employees. This means that flexible workers will receive the same maternity care and maternity allowance as working employees.
According to the current payment standard, flexible employees will be eligible for a maternity subsidy of more than 6,000 yuan. The introduction of this policy, which provides better maternity protection for flexible workers, has been widely praised.
In fact, as early as the National Health Commission and other relevant departments jointly issued a document, it was clearly stated that the basic occupational medical insurance and corresponding maternity insurance for flexible workers should be implemented in eligible areas. It is recommended to start exploring areas where conditions permit, so that flexible employees can participate in the basic medical insurance for employees and join at the same time as other employees. 
The implementation of this policy will help improve the level of maternity security for flexibly employed people and reduce their burden of childbirth. At the same time, it also helps to promote social equity and stability.
In summary, from January 2023, flexible workers will be able to receive maternity subsidies and receive the same maternity medical services as working employees. The introduction of this policy reflects the care and protection of flexible employment personnel, and is of great significance for improving social fairness and stability.