I suppose I can't answer that one, since I live in the UK and we've got the NHS here. Doesn't always work very well

but at least we don't have to pay a fortune for health care like in the US! We don't back home in Norway, either, as it is mostly funded by the government, but we do have to pay for medical expenses up to a certain amount each year, a maximum of the NOK equivalent of about $250. Most people won't reach that amount within a year, but those who do receive a "free card" after that. This includes all medical treatment (GP appointments, specialist appointments, medications and so on). Obviously some people will be exempt from medical expenses, like disabled people, the elderly, etc. Because everyone pays some medical expenses and most people don't need extensive medical care, the state is able to fund those who are unfortunate enough to need it. Works pretty well.
Anyway, I'll leave it to someone else to actually answer the question.