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Dr. Thomas Prater, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.9 (36)
Map Pin Small Springfield, MO
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Thomas Prater, MD

Dr. Thomas Prater, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Springfield, MO. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 41 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Prater, completed a residency at Barnes - Jewish Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Prater an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Prater works at Practice in Springfield, MO with other offices in Mountain Grove, MO. They frequently treat conditions like Floaters, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Prater's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mattax-neu-prater Surgery Center
    1265 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO 65804 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 886-3937
  2. 2
    The Hearing Aide
    1902 W 19th St Ste A, Mountain Grove, MO 65711 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 926-3937

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Keratitis
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Juvenile Macular Degeneration
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Retina Diseases
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B-Scan Ultrasound
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Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
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Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Vision Screening
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    About Dr. Thomas Prater, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 41 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1043289119
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Washington University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
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    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Thomas Prater, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Prater is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Prater has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Prater has seen patients for Floaters, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Prater on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    36 patients have reviewed Dr. Prater. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Prater.

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