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Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO

Accepting New Patients

(1124 Ratings)

Specializes in: Gynecology and Obstetrics

A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (2000)

Professional interests include: cervicitis, endometriosis, myomectomy (fibroid removal), and more.

9880 Bustleton Avenue Suite 220
Philadelphia, PA 19115

(215) 827-1509

Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO is a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. She graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000 and has 26 years of experience. Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital.

Office Locations

5501 Old York Road Paley Building, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19141

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7131 Frankford Avenue 2nd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19135

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7201 RISING SUN AVENUE
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111

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Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital

5501 Old York Road
Philadelphia, PA 19144

(215) 456-7180

(215) 456-7052

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9880 Bustleton Avenue Suite 220
Philadelphia, PA 19115

(215) 827-1509

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Some issues Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
Cancer
Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is the bulging of pelvic organs into the vaginal canal due to a weak pelvic floor, causing symptoms like discomfort, pain, urinary problems, and constipation. The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, which are made up of the bladder, rectum, small bowel, uterus, and vagina. Vaginal childbirth, menopause, pelvic surgery, radiation treatments, or being extremely overweight may cause the pelvic floor to weaken. Pelvic organ prolapse is a very common disorder among women, particularly for those who are over 50.

The choice of treatment for pelvic organ prolapse depends on the severity of the condition. Mild to moderate prolapse may be managed by doing pelvic floor strengthening exercises, taking hormone replacement therapy, or using pessaries. Pessaries are small devices inserted into the vagina to help support the pelvic organs. Pessary fitting is a quick procedure done in a doctor's office. For severe prolapse, surgical treatment may be necessary. Pelvic organ prolapse surgery repairs the following:

Cystocele or bladder prolapse, where the bladder sags into the vagina. The surgeon repairs a cystocele by strengthening the front wall of the vagina using stitches so that the bladder will no longer sag.
Enterocele or small bowel prolapse, which occurs when the small bowel descends towards the vagina. To correct an enterocele, the tissues between the small bowel and the vagina are sewn together, allowing them to provide more support.
Rectocele or posterior prolapse, which is the bulging of the front wall of the rectum into the back wall of the vagina. Surgery to repair a rectocele removes the excess stretched tissue between the rectum and vagina.
Uterine prolapse, which occurs when the uterus slips down to the vagina. To treat a uterine prolapse, the surgeon may secure the neck of the uterus (called cervix) to a ligament in the pelvis using stitches. Another option for this type of prolapse is a vaginal hysterectomy, which is the removal of the uterus.

Each of these procedures is performed through a vaginal incision, but an enterocele repair may use the abdominal approach as an alternative. If two or more pelvic organs have prolapsed, a combination of any of these procedures may be performed during the same surgical session.

For women who no longer wish to have intercourse, an operation called colpocleisis

may be a surgical option as well. By closing the vaginal canal, colpocleisis treats pelvic organ prolapse and eliminates any risk of its recurrence.

In most instances, pelvic organ prolapse surgery only requires a hospital stay of one day. Patients may experience vaginal bleeding for the first few weeks following surgery. If this happens, patients should use sanitary pads rather than tampons, as a higher risk of infection is associated with the use of tampons. To further help with recovery, patients should begin doing gentle pelvic floor strengthening exercises a few days after surgery. Doing these exercises at least three times a day as a routine tightens the pelvic floor muscles and prevents the recurrence of prolapse.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2012 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	35
cytology	17
doctor visit	28
gynecologic pathology	17
gynecologic procedures	35
preventive care	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2013 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	49
cytology	24
doctor visit	32
gynecologic pathology	24
gynecologic procedures	49
preventive care	24

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	36
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2013

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2014 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	47
cytology	13
doctor visit	20
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	47
preventive care	13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	38
Black	38
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2014

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2015 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	26
cytology	11
doctor visit	18
gynecologic pathology	11
gynecologic procedures	26
preventive care	11

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	56
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2015

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2016 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	27
gynecologic procedures	27

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	23
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2016

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2017 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	21
gynecologic procedures	21

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	20
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2017

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	26
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2018 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	21
gynecologic procedures	21

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	17
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2018

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2019 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	19
gynecologic procedures	19

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2019

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2020 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	14
gynecologic procedures	14

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	33

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	55
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA during 2021 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

breast exam	13
doctor visit	15
gynecologic procedures	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	15
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2021

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO in 2022

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated as a gynecologist in Philadelphia, PA were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam	27
cytology	16
doctor visit	22
gynecologic pathology	16
gynecologic procedures	27
preventive care	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	20
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27
65 to 74	0

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	1
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	1
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	6
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000. She completed residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (2000)

Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Jefferson Health

Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital

Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: QualCare, Aetna Medicare, CIGNA Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, Independence Blue Cross, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Jefferson Health Plans Medicare and Marketplace (formerly Health Partners Plans), Motor Vehicle Insurance, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare (Medicare only), Aetna Better Health CHIP PA, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO accepts the following insurance providers:

QualCare

Aetna Medicare

CIGNA Medicare

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Federal

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

GEHA

WellCare

AmeriHealth

AARP

MultiPlan

Independence Blue Cross

Geisinger Health Plan

US Family Health Plan

Amerigroup

United Healthcare

Medicare

Medicaid

Humana

Devon Health

TRICARE

First Health

WellPoint

Medical Assistance of New Jersey

Provider Partners Medicare

PA Health and Wellness CHC

Devoted Medicare

Jefferson Health Plans Medicare and Marketplace (formerly Health Partners Plans)

Motor Vehicle Insurance

Medical Assistance of Delaware

Keystone First/CHC/VIP

Blue Card by BCBS

Medicare FFS

Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania

Aetna Commercial - Excludes Marketplace Plans

UPMC

Highmark Wholecare (Medicare only)

Aetna Better Health CHIP PA

Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness

Keystone First VIP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.57 out of 5 stars based on 1124 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Stephanie Almeida, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$123 Skyla $123
Genentech USA, Inc.	$104 LUCENTIS $104
AbbVie Inc.	$40 Orilissa $20	Liletta $20
HOLOGIC INC	$28 NovaSure $28
Boston Scientific Corporation	$19 GENERAL - STENTS $19

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$315

Biography

Dr. Stephanie Almeida specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. Patients gave Dr. Almeida an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5). These areas are among her clinical interests: menopause, colposcopy, and myomectomy (fibroid removal). She is professionally affiliated with Jefferson Health. She usually honors Amerigroup, Blue California, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Dr. Almeida studied medicine at A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her medical residency was performed at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia.