Keller's approximately 46,000 residents are served by a community known for Old Town Keller, Keller Town Center, and Bear Creek Park. What Keller 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; Keller-area urgent care clinics typically close by evening and cannot run cultures or start an IV.
That's why so many Keller families rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 6 miles from Keller via US-377. 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 Old Town Keller, Keller Town Center, and Bear Creek Park, 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 Keller trusts.
Distance and trust go hand-in-hand for Keller families dealing with a sick child or a fever that won't break. Here is why residents near Old Town Keller, Keller Town Center, and Bear Creek Park choose ER Of Fort Worth.
10-minute drive from Keller
Take Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway.
No long hospital waits
Freestanding ERs serve far fewer patients per shift than hospital ERs. Keller 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 Keller 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 Keller 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 Keller 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 Keller.
Our team can help you assess the right level of care.
Treatments we offer.
Keller 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 Keller 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 Keller-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 Keller patients who need repeat labs or watchful waiting before a safe discharge.
Getting to our ER from Keller, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 6 miles from Keller. The drive typically takes 10 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions. Routes that work well depending on where in Keller you are starting:
- 1 Primary route: Take Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~6 miles, ~10 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From The Parks at Keller or North Keller, take North Tarrant Parkway east directly to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~6 miles, ~10 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 Keller.
Our parking lot offers immediate drop-off access adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Keller service area page for a map and additional details about our proximity to Keller-area neighborhoods.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Keller's fevers.
Average wait under 10 minutes
High fevers are triaged immediately. Our low-volume, high-efficiency model means Keller families aren't stuck in a hallway bed for hours.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every patient from Keller 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.
Keller 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 Keller patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Keller TX?
We are approximately 6 miles from Keller — about 10 minutes under normal traffic. Take Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Keller to your emergency room?
Take Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway. From The Parks at Keller or North Keller, take North Tarrant Parkway east directly to Heritage Trace Parkway. 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 Keller?
It depends on severity. Mild fevers in healthy adults can often be managed at an urgent care near Keller. 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 Keller-area urgent cares cannot run cultures or start an IV on the spot.
How quickly will my fever be evaluated after arriving from Keller?
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 Keller are brought back immediately.
Will my insurance cover an ER visit from Keller 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 Keller?
Yes. Our ER physicians are trained in pediatric emergency care and routinely treat infants, children and adolescents from Keller 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 — Keller patients are never left waiting on a culture before care begins.
Can Keller 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 Keller 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 Old Town Keller, Keller Town Center, and Bear Creek Park area in Keller to your ER?
Take Keller Parkway (TX-1709) east to US-377, then south on Rufe Snow Drive to Heritage Trace Parkway. From The Parks at Keller or North Keller, take North Tarrant Parkway east directly to Heritage Trace Parkway. Both routes average 10 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.