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Divides total health expenditure by population and, using the GDP share, back-calculates the implied GDP per capita for context.
Per capita spending
Per capita spending = total health expenditure / population; implied GDP per capita = per capita spending / health share of GDP
For international comparison yes, because health inputs are largely non-traded and price levels differ widely.
Estimates for a basic package have ranged from around 86 US dollars per person per year upwards, depending on scope.