Summary

Dr. Thomas Tarter specializes in urology and surgical oncology, bringing 36 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency at LAC+USC Medical Center. Dr. Tarter speaks Tagalog and German in addition to English.

Dr. Tarter is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Springfield, Illinois. He focuses on treating conditions such as urinary retention and prostate cancer, including cases where prostate cancer has returned. His expertise includes performing CT scans, prostate-specific antigen testing, and cystoscopy procedures to diagnose and monitor urological conditions. Patients rate Dr. Tarter 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 36 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tagalog, German
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Howard Tarter has 3 locations

Springfield Clinic 1st - 800 Building

800 N 1st StSpringfield, IL 62702
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

HSHS St. John's Pavilion

301 N 8th StSpringfield, IL 62701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Johns Hospital

800 E Carpenter StSpringfield, IL 62769

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Dr. Thomas Howard Tarter, MDDr. Roberta Lynn KoeppenDr. Wesley Richard BaasDr. Herbert Bowman Henkel, MD
UrologyUrologyUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
36 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Tagalog, German
Springfield , ILSpringfield , ILCincinnati , OHSpringfield , IL
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Howard Tarter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - HMO
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Howard Tarter has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Howard Tarter has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Stones
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lac Usc Medical Center

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Thomas Tarter's office located?
Dr. Thomas Tarter's office is located at 800 N 1st St, Springfield, IL, 62702.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Tarter affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Tarter is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital.

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