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New mom shares shocking cost of giving birth in America
Emily Fisher, 36, from Columbus, Ohio, welcomed twin girls last month and recently decided to go back and total up all the bills she had received ove…
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Mother Reveals Over $120,000 Bill for Twin Birth in America, Sparking Debate on Healthcare Costs
A recent social media post by Emily, a mother of twin girls, has shed light on the staggering costs of childbirth in the United States, even for those with health insurance. Emily, who is five weeks postpartum, shared her personal financial breakdown, revealing that the total cost billed for her high-risk pregnancy and C-section delivery amounted to $120,527.51. Despite having what she described as "great insurance" with a low deductible, her out-of-pocket expenses for her care totaled $2,038.70. Adding to the financial burden, each of her newborn twins also received separate bills for their delivery. Baby A was billed $15,124.55, and Baby B was billed $14,872.55. Emily noted that her personal liability for these two bills, which covered her deductible, was $750. Emily's experience highlights the immense financial strain that childbirth can place on American families. She commented on the broader implications, stating, "When people act confused about why birth rates are down, maybe it's not necessarily all attributed to lifestyle choices... maybe it's because the cost of having a baby in America is over six figures." She further emphasized the critical role of insurance, asserting that without it, she "would not be able to afford it" and would likely have had to file for bankruptcy. Her account provides a stark illustration of the challenges many face in accessing affordable healthcare for maternal and infant care in the country.
