Bedford's approximately 46,000 residents are served by a community known for Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School. What Bedford doesn't have is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room with a full in-house laboratory. The nearest hospital ER can mean hours of waiting for lab results; Bedford-area urgent cares typically close by evening and send tests out to third-party labs, with results taking a day or more.
That's why so many Bedford residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 12 miles from Bedford via Hwy 121 & I-820. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need answers fast near Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School, our team runs same-visit lab work — CBC, metabolic panels, cardiac biomarkers, infection markers, and drug screens — with most results back in under an hour.
Lab work Bedford trusts.
When you need answers fast, distance and turnaround time matter. Here is why Bedford residents near Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School choose ER Of Fort Worth for blood tests and lab work.
15-minute drive from Bedford
Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Results in under an hour
Most panels return in 30—60 minutes — Bedford patients get same-visit results with no send-out delays.
Full lab plus imaging
CT, ultrasound, X-ray and complete lab panel available together — a complete workup in one visit for Bedford patients.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Bedford patient is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician — 24 hours a day, every day.
Symptoms that need blood work.
Many symptoms can't be diagnosed without lab results. Bedford patients getting tested quickly get faster answers and better outcomes.
Conditions our labs diagnose.
Our on-site laboratory handles the full range of tests needed to diagnose and treat emergency conditions for Bedford patients.
- ✓Anemia and blood cell disorders
- ✓Infection and sepsis evaluation
- ✓Heart attack — troponin and BNP
- ✓Kidney and liver function
- ✓Diabetes — glucose and HbA1c
- ✓Blood clots — D-dimer screening
- ✓Drug or alcohol screening
Don't wait. Come now if—
- — Symptoms that need urgent diagnosis — fever, chest pain, shortness of breath
- — Suspected infection or signs of sepsis
- — Chest pain needing troponin and cardiac workup
- — Suspected drug or medication overdose
- — Pregnancy with bleeding or pain — HCG and blood type needed
- — Pre-procedural labs needed after hours or on weekends
Not sure? Call us from Bedford.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Tests we offer.
Bedford patients get a full in-house laboratory, 24/7 — no send-out delays for critical results.
Complete blood count (CBC)
Evaluates red cells, white cells, and platelets — detects anemia, infection, and platelet disorders in one draw.
Comprehensive metabolic panel
Kidney function, liver enzymes, electrolytes, and glucose — a complete chemical snapshot of organ health.
Cardiac biomarkers
High-sensitivity troponin and BNP to detect heart muscle damage and heart failure — same-visit results.
Coagulation studies
PT/INR and PTT to evaluate clotting function — essential for patients on blood thinners or with bleeding concerns.
Urinalysis & drug screens
Urine analysis for infection and kidney issues; toxicology screens for drug and medication evaluation.
Infection & inflammation markers
Blood cultures, CRP, procalcitonin, and lactate to identify serious bacterial infections and guide treatment.
Getting to our ER from Bedford, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 12 miles from Bedford. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions. Routes that work well depending on where in Bedford you are starting:
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Harwood Road or Central Drive, head to Hwy 121 north and follow signs toward I-820 west. Total: ~12 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: If you need lab work done overnight or on a weekend, call 817-945-4200 to let our team know you're on your way from Bedford — we'll have a phlebotomist ready the moment you arrive.
Our parking lot offers immediate drop-off access adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Bedford service area page for a map and additional details about our proximity to Bedford-area neighborhoods.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Bedford's lab work.
Results in under an hour
Most panels return in 30—60 minutes — our in-house lab means no send-out delays for the results Bedford patients need now.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every patient is evaluated by an emergency-medicine-trained physician, 24/7. Our ER doctors never leave you with a mid-level alone.
Full lab plus imaging
CT, ultrasound, X-ray and complete lab panel available together — a complete workup in one visit, any hour.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Bedford residents should not delay needed lab work due to insurance questions. Medically necessary testing performed during an ER visit is covered as part of your visit. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
Our billing team is available to answer questions about your coverage before, during, or after your visit. Self-pay pricing is transparent and available on request.
Questions from Bedford patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Bedford TX?
We are approximately 12 miles from Bedford — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Bedford to your emergency room?
Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Harwood Road or Central Drive, head to Hwy 121 north and follow signs toward I-820 west. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
How long do blood test results take for Bedford patients?
Most basic panels — CBC, metabolic panel, troponin, urinalysis — return in 30—60 minutes from our on-site lab. Bedford patients get same-visit results with no send-out delays, even overnight or on weekends.
Do I need a referral or appointment for blood work from Bedford?
No. Bedford residents can walk in any time, day or night, with no appointment and no referral. Our physicians order the appropriate tests based on your symptoms and history.
Will my insurance cover an ER blood test visit from Bedford TX?
Yes. We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. Medically necessary lab work performed during an ER visit is covered as part of your visit. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Can Bedford patients get a drug or alcohol screen here?
Yes, when medically indicated as part of an emergency evaluation — for example, suspected overdose or altered mental status. We perform urine and serum toxicology screens on-site with same-visit results.
I'm pregnant and need lab work — can you help patients from Bedford?
Yes. For Bedford patients with pregnancy-related bleeding or pain, we run HCG levels, blood type and Rh screening, and a full panel on-site — with results back the same visit so you're not left waiting for answers.
Can Bedford patients use online check-in for lab work?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency symptoms. If you have chest pain, severe symptoms, or a medical emergency, do not pause to fill out a form — call 817-945-4200 or come straight in. Bedford residents with urgent symptoms are evaluated immediately regardless of check-in status.
What's the best route from the Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School area in Bedford to your ER?
Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Harwood Road or Central Drive, head to Hwy 121 north and follow signs toward I-820 west. Both routes average 15 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.