Watauga residents are served by a community known for Capp Smith Park and Watauga Lake. What Watauga lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering CT scan imaging. Urgent care clinics near Watauga often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why Watauga residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 8 miles from Watauga via I-820 & I-35W. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need CT scan imaging near Capp Smith Park and Watauga Lake, our imaging team is ready.
On-site CT Watauga trusts.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why Watauga residents near Capp Smith Park and Watauga Lake choose ER Of Fort Worth.
10-minute drive from Watauga
Take Whitley Road north to I-820, then head west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Watauga patient is treated by an Emergency Medicine specialist — not just a PA or NP.
20–30 minute scan
Fast, low-radiation imaging, start to finish.
No referral needed
Walk in 24/7 for CT imaging.
What a CT scan shows.
A CT (computed tomography) scan uses X-rays and computer processing to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body — far more detailed than a standard X-ray. It's one of the fastest ways to evaluate for internal injuries, bleeding, or structural problems.
Our CT scanner uses low-radiation technology and is on-site 24/7, so there's no need to be referred to a separate imaging center or wait days for a radiologist report elsewhere — your ER physician reviews the images directly.
Common reasons for a CT scan.
- ✓Head injury or possible concussion
- ✓Stroke symptoms
- ✓Severe or persistent abdominal pain
- ✓Suspected kidney stones
- ✓Chest pain or breathing complaints
- ✓Trauma from a fall or accident
Think you need a CT scan?
Walk in — no referral required.
Your scan, step by step.
20–30 minutes, start to finish
Including positioning and the scan itself.
Low-radiation technology
Modern equipment designed to minimize radiation exposure.
Read by your ER physician
Direct interpretation — no waiting on an outside radiologist report.
Pediatric protocols available
Gentler settings and positioning for children when appropriate.
Getting to our ER from Watauga, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 8 miles from Watauga. The drive typically takes 10 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Whitley Road north to I-820, then head west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~8 miles, ~10 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Capp Smith Park, follow Webb Avenue to I-820 westbound, connecting to I-35W north. Total: ~8 miles, ~10 min.
- ! Tip: Call 817-945-4200 from Watauga with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Watauga's CT imaging.
On-site physician interpretation
Read directly by the physician treating you.
Results in minutes
No days-long wait for a report.
No referral required
Walk in 24/7 for evaluation and imaging.
Private imaging suite
Comfortable, private setting for every scan.
Insurance accepted.
Watauga 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 Watauga patients.
How long does a CT scan take?
Most CT scans take about 20–30 minutes from start to finish, including positioning. Results are typically ready for the ER physician to review within minutes.
Is CT scan radiation safe?
Our CT scanner uses low-radiation technology designed to minimize exposure while still producing diagnostic-quality images. Your ER physician will only order a CT scan when it's clinically appropriate.
Do I need a referral for a CT scan?
No. You can walk in 24/7 without an appointment or referral. Our ER physicians determine whether a CT scan is appropriate for your symptoms.
Will I need contrast dye?
Some CT scans use contrast dye to better highlight certain structures; others don't. Your ER physician will determine what's needed based on your symptoms.
Can urgent care do a CT scan?
No. Most urgent care clinics don't have CT equipment on-site. For anything that might need a CT scan, a freestanding ER like ours is the right choice.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Watauga TX?
We are approximately 8 miles from Watauga — about 10 minutes under normal traffic. Take Whitley Road north to I-820, then head west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Watauga to your ER?
Take Whitley Road north to I-820, then head west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. From Capp Smith Park, follow Webb Avenue to I-820 westbound, connecting to I-35W north. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Can Watauga 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.