Dr. Thomas J. Clinch
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 26 years
- Graduated from: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1995
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1568465987
Dr. Thomas J. Clinch MD
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 411 West 39th St. in Kearney, NE 68845. Can help patients with the following: Cataracts, Corneal Disease, Eye Floaters, Herpes of the Eye, Optic Neuritis, Tunnel Vision. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568465987. Appointment can be made via the phone number (308) 865-2760. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 5 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Thomas John Clinch, 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 J. Clinch.
- 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 J. Clinch
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Thomas J. Clinch as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Bronze HSA | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Clear Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients at some locations |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| HeartlandBlue Bronze HSA 6500 NEtwork Blue | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Medica
Network data as of Jul 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 27 plans from Medica
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medica Insure Bronze Premier | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Bronze Share | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Expanded Bronze Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold Share | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver Share | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Bronze $0 Copay PCP Visits + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Bronze Premier | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Bronze Premier + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Expanded Bronze Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Expanded Bronze Standard + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold Share | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold Share + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Gold Standard + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver Share | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver Share + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica with CHI Health Silver Standard + Adult Eye Exam | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Elite | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | 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 J. Clinch 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 J. Clinch is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology (also registered under: Practitioner - Optometry) .
Bills through: Kearney Eye Institute Pc
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
| Alcon | $3090 |
| Abbott Laboratories | $183 |
| The Cameron-Ehlen Group | $161 |
Other
| Consulting | $2500 |
| Food and Beverage | $1256 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1995
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. Thomas John Clinch accept patients with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska?
Yes, Dr. Thomas John Clinch is listed in-network for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
What conditions does Dr. Thomas John Clinch treat?
Dr. Thomas John Clinch provides treatment for Cataracts, Corneal Disease, Eye Floaters, Herpes of the Eye, Optic Neuritis, Tunnel Vision. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. Thomas John Clinch affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Thomas John Clinch is affiliated with CHI HEALTH ST. FRANCIS. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Thomas John Clinch?
Dr. Thomas John Clinch's office is located at 411 West 39th St. in Kearney, NE 68845.
Does Dr. Thomas John Clinch have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Thomas John Clinch is affiliated with Kearney Eye Institute.