Dr. Thomas G. Prater
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 38 years
- Graduated from: Washington University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1983
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1043289119
Dr. Thomas G. Prater M.D.
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 1265 East Primrose Street in Springfield, MO 65804. Can help patients with the following: Astigmatism, Corneal Disease, Exotropia, Glaucoma, Retinal Detachment, Usher Syndrome. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043289119. Appointment can be made via the phone number (417) 886-3937. He is affiliated with 2 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Thomas G. Prater, being an ophthalmologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Thomas G. Prater.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Chalazion
- Color Blindness
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Ulcer
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Double Vision
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Herpes of the Eye
- Hypertropia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- LASIK
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Optic Neuritis
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
- Scleritis
- Sty
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Tunnel Vision
- Usher Syndrome
- Uveitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Thomas G. Prater
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Thomas G. Prater as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Cox HealthPlans
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from Cox HealthPlans
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Expanded Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Preferred | EPO · Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Preferred | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Connect | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Preferred | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Thomas G. Prater is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Thomas G. Prater is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Bills through: Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center Inc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Allergan | $290 |
| Genentech | $276 |
| Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America | $230 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $1328 |
Studies
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1983
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Thomas G. Prater?
Dr. Thomas G. Prater's office is located at 1265 East Primrose Street in Springfield, MO 65804.
What conditions does Dr. Thomas G. Prater treat?
Dr. Thomas G. Prater provides treatment for Astigmatism, Corneal Disease, Exotropia, Glaucoma, Retinal Detachment, Usher Syndrome. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Thomas G. Prater have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Thomas G. Prater is affiliated with Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center. For the full list of practices see this list.
Does Dr. Thomas G. Prater accept patients with Cox HealthPlans?
Yes, Dr. Thomas G. Prater is listed in-network for Cox HealthPlans through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.