A caesarean section costs more than four times as much as a normal delivery, and many hospitals prefer and push C-sections. The price gap may create financial incentives that influence recommendations.
Key figures
- Normal delivery: $80
- C-section: $350 (4.4 times more)
Source: SRA estimates, data as of 7 May 2026.
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