Thomas Prater, M.D.
NPI 1043289119 · Ophthalmology Physician · Springfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Prater, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Springfield, MO (NPI 1043289119).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043289119
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- R7E40 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,586 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 540 | $114 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 269 | $453 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 264 | $37 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 144 | $84 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 79 | $135 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 73 | $33 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 288 | 64 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 108 | 68 |
| Timolol Maleate | 97 | 28 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 54 | 43 |
| Polymyxin B Sulf/Trimethoprimbrand: Polymyxin B Sul-Trimethoprim | 46 | 34 |
| Travoprost | 25 | — |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 21 | — |
| Ofloxacin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$107 across 6 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-03-14
- Last updated
- 2020-06-23
- Certified
- 2020-06-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Prater's NPI number?
- Thomas Prater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043289119, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Prater's specialty?
- Thomas Prater is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Prater located?
- Thomas Prater's practice location on file with NPPES is 1265 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO 65804-4278.
- What is Thomas Prater's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Prater is (417) 886-3937.
- Does Thomas Prater accept Medicare?
- Thomas Prater is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Prater's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Prater's NPI (1043289119) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.