Irving's approximately 256,000 residents are served by a community known for Las Colinas, the Toyota Music Factory, and the Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture. What Irving doesn't have is a freestanding emergency room equipped to evaluate and treat high or persistent fevers around the clock — with on-site labs, blood cultures, and IV antibiotics when a bacterial infection is found. The nearest hospital ER can mean a long wait with a sick child or feverish family member; Irving-area urgent care clinics typically close by evening and cannot run cultures or start an IV.
That's why so many Irving families rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 26 miles from Irving via Hwy 114. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When a fever spikes in the middle of the night near Las Colinas, the Toyota Music Factory, and the Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture, our team is ready. A full fever workup — including rapid flu/strep/COVID testing, a complete blood count, and imaging if needed — begins within minutes of your arrival.
The fever care Irving trusts.
Distance and trust go hand-in-hand for Irving families dealing with a sick child or a fever that won't break. Here is why residents near Las Colinas, the Toyota Music Factory, and the Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture choose ER Of Fort Worth.
30-minute drive from Irving
Take Hwy 114 west around DFW Airport, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
No long hospital waits
Freestanding ERs serve far fewer patients per shift than hospital ERs. Irving families consistently report walk-in, same-room care for fever within minutes — not hours.
On-site labs & rapid testing
Complete blood count, blood cultures, urinalysis, and rapid flu/strep/COVID testing — every tool needed to find the source of a fever is right here. No off-site referrals.
Board-certified physicians only
Every Irving patient — adult or child — who comes through our doors is evaluated by a board-certified emergency medicine physician. Never a mid-level only. 24 hours a day.
Fever warning signs.
Recognize these signs early. In Irving or anywhere else, these symptoms mean call 817-945-4200 or come in immediately — quick treatment leads to better outcomes.
Common causes.
Understanding what's causing a fever helps guide the right diagnostic tests and treatment for Irving patients.
- ✓Bacterial infections (UTI, pneumonia, strep)
- ✓Viral illness (flu, COVID-19, RSV)
- ✓Sepsis or bloodstream infection
- ✓Appendicitis or abdominal infections
- ✓Skin & soft-tissue infections
- ✓Mononucleosis
- ✓Tick-borne illness
Don't wait. Leave for our ER if—
- — Fever above 103°F that won't come down
- — Any fever in a baby under 3 months
- — Fever with stiff neck, severe headache or rash
- — Fever in someone with cancer, HIV or on immunosuppressants
- — Fever with confusion, severe weakness or dehydration
Not sure? Call us from Irving.
Our team can help you assess the right level of care.
Treatments we offer.
Irving patients presenting with a high or persistent fever are evaluated quickly. Our Fort Worth ER is fully equipped to evaluate and treat fevers around the clock.
On-site lab panel
Complete blood count, blood cultures, and infection markers within an hour — no off-site lab trips for Irving patients.
Rapid flu, strep & COVID testing
PCR-level testing for the most common causes of fever — results in under an hour.
Imaging when needed
Chest X-ray, CT or ultrasound on-site to find hidden sources of infection in Irving-area patients.
IV fluids & fever reducers
Rapid rehydration and temperature control for severely dehydrated patients.
IV antibiotics
Started immediately for bacterial infections and sepsis — every minute counts.
Observation services
Extended monitoring for Irving patients who need repeat labs or watchful waiting before a safe discharge.
Getting to our ER from Irving, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 26 miles from Irving. The drive typically takes 30 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions. Routes that work well depending on where in Irving you are starting:
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 114 west around DFW Airport, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~26 miles, ~30 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Las Colinas or the Toyota Music Factory, follow Hwy 114 west past DFW Airport toward I-35W north. Total: ~26 miles, ~30 min.
- ! Emergency tip: If a fever comes with confusion, severe weakness or a rash that won't fade, call 911 rather than driving. If symptoms are stable and you have a driver, call 817-945-4200 to alert our team before you leave Irving.
Our parking lot offers immediate drop-off access adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Irving service area page for a map and additional details about our proximity to Irving-area neighborhoods.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Irving's fevers.
Average wait under 10 minutes
High fevers are triaged immediately. Our low-volume, high-efficiency model means Irving families aren't stuck in a hallway bed for hours.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every patient from Irving is evaluated by an emergency-medicine-trained physician, 24/7. Our ER doctors are fellowship-trained and experienced.
On-site imaging & labs
CT, ultrasound, X-ray and full-panel labs — every test needed to find the source of a fever, same visit. No off-site referrals.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Irving families with a high or persistent fever should not delay care due to insurance questions. Federal law requires that true emergency care be covered regardless of network status at the time of service. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, 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 Irving patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Irving TX?
We are approximately 26 miles from Irving — about 30 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 114 west around DFW Airport, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Irving to your emergency room?
Take Hwy 114 west around DFW Airport, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Las Colinas or the Toyota Music Factory, follow Hwy 114 west past DFW Airport toward I-35W north. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Should I go to urgent care or an ER for a high fever in Irving?
It depends on severity. Mild fevers in healthy adults can often be managed at an urgent care near Irving. But any fever above 103°F, a fever in an infant under 3 months, fever with a stiff neck or confusion, or a fever that has lasted more than three days needs ER-level care — including on-site labs, blood cultures, and IV antibiotics if a bacterial infection is found. Most Irving-area urgent cares cannot run cultures or start an IV on the spot.
How quickly will my fever be evaluated after arriving from Irving?
Fever is triaged quickly, especially in infants, older adults, or anyone showing signs of dehydration or confusion. Our average wait time across all conditions is under 10 minutes, and high-risk fever presentations from Irving are brought back immediately.
Will my insurance cover an ER visit from Irving TX for a fever?
Yes. We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. Emergency evaluation of a high or persistent fever is covered as emergency care under EMTALA regardless of network status. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Do you treat fevers in children from Irving?
Yes. Our ER physicians are trained in pediatric emergency care and routinely treat infants, children and adolescents from Irving with fever — including newborns, whose fevers always require immediate evaluation. See our Pediatric ER page for more.
How long until I get fever test results?
Most blood work and rapid flu, strep, and COVID swab results come back within 30-60 minutes. Blood and urine cultures take 24-48 hours to fully process, but we begin treatment immediately based on your symptoms and initial labs — Irving patients are never left waiting on a culture before care begins.
Can Irving residents use online check-in for a fever visit?
Yes — and we encourage it for non-critical fevers. Our online check-in at /online-check-in/ lets you submit your information before leaving Irving so our staff can begin intake preparation. For a fever above 103°F, an infant under 3 months, or any fever with confusion, stiff neck or rash, call or come straight in rather than pausing to fill out a form.
What's the best route from the Las Colinas, the Toyota Music Factory, and the Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture area in Irving to your ER?
Take Hwy 114 west around DFW Airport, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Las Colinas or the Toyota Music Factory, follow Hwy 114 west past DFW Airport toward I-35W north. Both routes average 30 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.