Matthew R. Starr
Expertise in
14
conditions

Dr. Matthew R. Starr

Ophthalmology
Owatonna Hospital
2250 Northwest 26th Street, 
Owatonna, MN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
14
conditions
Owatonna Hospital
2250 Northwest 26th Street, 
Owatonna, MN 

Overview

Matthew Starr is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Owatonna, Minnesota.

Dr. Starr is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Thrombectomy.

Dr. Starr is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology,2020 and Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 130 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Starr is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in MN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology,2020
Ophthalmology

Hospital Affiliations

Mayo Clinic Health System - Waseca
Mayo Clinic Health System - Lake City
Mayo Clinic Health System - Cannon Falls
Mayo Clinic Health System In Red Wing
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HealthPartners
  • POS
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Security Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
South Country Health Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Owatonna Hospital
2250 Northwest 26th Street, Owatonna, MN 55060

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

130 Total Publications

Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Hemorrhagic Choroidal Detachments From 2003-2020: A Single Center Experience.
Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Hemorrhagic Choroidal Detachments From 2003-2020: A Single Center Experience.
Journal: Ophthalmic surgery, lasers & imaging retina
Published: June 11, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew R. Starr

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. Starr?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew R. Starr by calling their office at 507-451-3850. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Matthew R. Starr a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew R. Starr is classified as an Elite expert for Retinal Detachment, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Matthew R. Starr specialize in?

While Dr. Matthew R. Starr is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Matthew R. Starr participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Matthew R. Starr has published 130 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Matthew R. Starr's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Matthew R. Starr accept my insurance?

Dr. Matthew R. Starr accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 507-451-3850 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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