Coppell's approximately 43,000 residents are served by a community known for Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance. What Coppell lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room equipped to evaluate falls and trauma on-site with X-ray and CT. Hospital ERs near Coppell can mean multi-hour waits — and head injuries or suspected fractures shouldn't wait.
That's why Coppell residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 22 miles from Coppell via Hwy 121. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When a fall or accident happens near Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance, our fall & trauma care team provides a head-to-toe assessment, on-site imaging, and wound repair — no appointment required.
Trauma care Coppell trusts.
When a fall or accident happens, fast imaging and assessment matter most. Here is why Coppell residents near Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance choose ER Of Fort Worth.
25-minute drive from Coppell
Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Head injuries triaged without delay
Coppell patients with possible concussion or fracture are brought back immediately — no waiting in a crowded ER.
On-site X-ray & CT imaging
Immediate imaging for fractures, dislocations, internal bleeding, and head injuries for Coppell patients — no separate appointment needed.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Coppell patient is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician — 24 hours a day, every day.
Signs your injury needs the ER.
Coppell residents should recognize these warning signs early — quick evaluation leads to faster diagnosis and better recovery outcomes.
Common causes.
Understanding the mechanism of injury helps our physicians order the right imaging and identify hidden injuries for Coppell patients.
- ✓Ground-level falls — home, stairs, outdoors
- ✓Motor vehicle accidents (minor collision)
- ✓Sports injuries — collision, impact, overextension
- ✓Workplace accidents
- ✓Slip and trip falls — wet floors, uneven surfaces
- ✓Pediatric falls — playground, furniture, bicycles
- ✓Elderly falls — highest risk of serious injury
Don't wait. Come now if—
- —Head injury with loss of consciousness, vomiting, or confusion
- —Falls in elderly patients — especially those on blood thinners
- —Unable to move or bear weight on a limb after injury
- —Severe or worsening pain that isn't improving
- —Lacerations that need stitches or won't stop bleeding
- —Falls during pregnancy — any impact to the abdomen
Not sure? Call us from Coppell.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Treatments we offer.
Our ER is fully equipped to evaluate and treat falls and trauma injuries 24/7 for Coppell patients — from minor sprains to serious fractures.
Head-to-toe trauma assessment
Systematic physical examination to identify all injuries — including those not immediately obvious after a traumatic event.
On-site X-ray & CT imaging
Immediate imaging for fractures, dislocations, internal bleeding, and head injuries — no waiting for a separate imaging appointment.
Wound repair
Sutures, staples, and skin glue for lacerations — with proper anesthesia, irrigation, and aftercare instructions.
Splinting & casting
Proper immobilization of fractures and severe sprains with referral to orthopedics for follow-up and definitive casting.
Concussion evaluation
Standardized concussion assessment, CT when indicated, and return-to-activity guidance — including return-to-play protocols for athletes.
Specialist referral & transfer
Direct referral to orthopedics, neurosurgery, or trauma center — with rapid transfer coordination for severe injuries.
Getting to our ER from Coppell, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 22 miles from Coppell. The drive typically takes 25 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~22 miles, ~25 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Old Town Coppell, follow Sandy Lake Road to Hwy 121 west toward I-35W. Total: ~22 miles, ~25 min.
- ! Tip: If you have a head injury with confusion or vomiting, or can't bear weight, call 911 or 817-945-4200 while en route from Coppell instead of driving yourself.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Coppell service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Coppell's trauma care.
Average wait under 10 min
Coppell patients are brought back quickly — head injuries and suspected fractures are triaged without delay.
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.
On-site imaging & labs
X-ray, CT and full lab — complete trauma workup in one visit, no transfers, no waiting weeks.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Coppell residents should not delay needed trauma care due to insurance questions. 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 Coppell patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Coppell TX?
We are approximately 22 miles from Coppell — about 25 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Coppell to your ER?
Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Old Town Coppell, follow Sandy Lake Road to Hwy 121 west toward I-35W. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
How do Coppell residents know if they have a concussion?
Any head injury with confusion, headache, vomiting, dizziness, memory loss or visual changes should be evaluated. Coppell residents with these symptoms after a fall or impact should come in right away.
Will Coppell patients need a CT scan after a fall?
CT is ordered for moderate to severe head injuries, elderly fallers, blood thinner patients, or worrisome symptoms. We have CT on-site, so Coppell patients don't wait for a separate imaging appointment.
Will my insurance cover fall and trauma treatment from Coppell TX?
Yes. We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Can falls be serious for elderly residents of Coppell?
Yes — falls are a leading cause of death in seniors. Any elderly Coppell resident who falls, especially while taking blood thinners, should always be evaluated, even if the injury seems minor.
Do you do stitches for Coppell patients?
Yes — sutures, staples, and skin glue depending on the wound. Coppell patients with lacerations receive proper anesthesia, irrigation, and aftercare instructions in the same visit.
Can Coppell patients use online check-in for a fall or injury?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for minor, non-emergency injuries. If you have a head injury with confusion or vomiting, can't bear weight, or have a wound that won't stop bleeding, call 817-945-4200 or come straight in.
What's the best route from the Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance area in Coppell to your ER?
Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Old Town Coppell, follow Sandy Lake Road to Hwy 121 west toward I-35W. Both routes average 25 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.