North Richland Hills residents are served by a community known for NRH Centre and Iron Horse Golf Course. What North Richland Hills lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering freestanding ER care. Urgent care clinics near North Richland Hills often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why North Richland Hills residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 11 miles from North Richland Hills via N. Tarrant Pkwy. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need freestanding ER care near NRH Centre and Iron Horse Golf Course, our ER team is ready.
The freestanding ER North Richland Hills chooses.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why North Richland Hills residents near NRH Centre and Iron Horse Golf Course choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from North Richland Hills
Take Davis Boulevard north to North Tarrant Parkway, then head west to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every North Richland Hills patient is treated by an Emergency Medicine specialist — not just a PA or NP.
Shorter waits
Fewer patients competing for the same resources.
Free, easy parking
Right at the door, every visit.
What actually makes it different.
Dramatically shorter waits
Fewer patients competing for the same physicians and rooms.
More personalized attention
Smaller facility means more time and attention per patient.
Free, easy parking
Right at the door — no hospital garage, no long walk.
Same emergency-level care
Board-certified ER physicians, full imaging and lab, just like a hospital ER.
What you're not giving up.
A common misconception is that a freestanding ER is a step down from a hospital ER. In reality, we're held to the same licensing and staffing standards — board-certified emergency physicians, on-site CT and ultrasound, a full laboratory, and the ability to treat true emergencies including chest pain, stroke symptoms and severe trauma. What you gain is speed, convenience and a calmer environment — not a lower standard of care.
Local care, without the drive downtown.
Freestanding ERs are placed directly in the communities they serve, cutting drive times for families across North Texas. Instead of navigating downtown hospital traffic during an emergency, you're minutes from board-certified emergency care right in your neighborhood.
Getting to our ER from North Richland Hills, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 11 miles from North Richland Hills. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Davis Boulevard north to North Tarrant Parkway, then head west to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~11 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From I-820, exit onto Rufe Snow Drive north, then turn west on Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~11 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: Call 817-945-4200 from North Richland Hills with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth is North Richland Hills's better ER choice.
Average wait under 10 minutes
Verified by our own patient data.
Board-certified ER physicians
On-site 24/7, every shift.
Full imaging & lab on-site
CT, ultrasound, X-ray and complete laboratory.
All major insurance accepted
Plus transparent self-pay and payment plan options.
Insurance accepted.
North Richland Hills residents should not delay care due to insurance questions. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
Self-pay pricing is also available and discussed transparently before treatment.
Questions from North Richland Hills residents.
Is a freestanding ER as good as a hospital ER?
Yes. Freestanding ERs are held to the same licensing and staffing standards as hospital-based emergency departments, with board-certified physicians and full emergency capability.
Why is the wait shorter at a freestanding ER?
A smaller, dedicated facility means fewer patients are competing for the same physicians, rooms and equipment at any given time, compared to a busy hospital ER.
Does a freestanding ER cost more?
Billing structures can differ between freestanding and hospital ERs, but both are billed and covered as emergency care under the federal No Surprises Act. We offer transparent self-pay pricing and payment plans.
Can a freestanding ER handle a real emergency?
Yes — chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe trauma, breathing problems and more. If a condition requires inpatient care or surgery, we coordinate transfer to a hospital directly.
Is parking really easier?
Yes. Our parking is free and located directly at the entrance, without the paid garages or long walks common at hospital campuses.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from North Richland Hills TX?
We are approximately 11 miles from North Richland Hills — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take Davis Boulevard north to North Tarrant Parkway, then head west to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from North Richland Hills to your ER?
Take Davis Boulevard north to North Tarrant Parkway, then head west to Heritage Trace Parkway. From I-820, exit onto Rufe Snow Drive north, then turn west on Heritage Trace Parkway. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Can North Richland Hills patients use online check-in?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency visits. If your symptoms are severe or urgent, call 817-945-4200 or come straight in instead.