Quick answers
- Where does Thomas G. Prater see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Springfield, MO and Branson, MO. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Thomas G. Prater's specialty?
- Medicare lists Ophthalmology as the primary specialty.
- Does Thomas G. Prater accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Thomas G. Prater accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Thomas G. Prater?
- (417) 886-3937, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Thomas G. Prater's NPI number?
- 1043289119. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Practice locations
Addresses where Thomas G. Prater is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 1265 E Primrose StSpringfield, MO 65804
- 168 S Payne Stewart Dr, Suite 200Branson, MO 65616 (417) 886‑3937
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Thomas G. Prater as a member of this group (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center Inc13 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Ophthalmologyprimary
Other ophthalmologists in Springfield
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Springfield, MO — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Washington University School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1983 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1043289119 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians