Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP is a women's health provider in Philadelphia, PA specializing in women's health and gynecology. Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP is affiliated with Jefferson Health, Jefferson University Physicians (JUP) and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
833 Chestnut Street (entrance Near 8th Street)
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.
Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.
A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.
Volume of procedures performed by Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP treated as a women's health provider in Philadelphia, PA were lab tests, breast exam and gynecologic procedures.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and depression.
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She is certified by the Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner, Women's Health
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), QualCare, Aetna Medicare, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, CIGNA Medicare, Blue Cross Federal, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, WellCare, AmeriHealth, AARP, MultiPlan, CIGNA Commercial, Aetna, Geisinger Health Plan, US Family Health Plan, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Workers' Compensation, Cigna, Devon Health, TRICARE, First Health, WellPoint, Jefferson Health Plans (Medicare & ACA), Medical Assistance of New Jersey, Provider Partners Medicare, PA Health and Wellness CHC, Devoted Medicare, Medical Assistance of Delaware, Keystone First/CHC/VIP, Blue Card by BCBS, Medicare FFS, Medical Assistance of Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross - Various plans, UPMC, Highmark Wholecare, Ambetter from PA Health and Wellness and Keystone First VIP.
According to our sources, Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP accepts the following insurance providers:
Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.65 out of 5 stars based on 1837 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Rebecca W. Stephens, CRNP from all over the web to help you find the right in Philadelphia, PA.
Ms. Rebecca Stephens is a women's health and gynecology specialist in Philadelphia, PA. She is professionally affiliated with Jefferson University Physicians (JUP). Patients rated her highly, giving her an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5).
