How does the cost of healthcare in the US compare to other countries, particularly for childbirth?

The US healthcare costs are dramatically higher than other countries. The average annual cost per person in the US is around $12,000 compared to just $1,000 in Turkey. For childbirth specifically, American mothers report paying $20,000-$40,000, while in countries with universal healthcare like England and France, the cost is zero or fully covered by insurance. This disparity particularly affects women, who face both reproductive health expenses and typically live longer than men—factors not adequately accounted for in the US healthcare system.