Bedford residents are served by a community known for Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School. What Bedford lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering imaging services. Urgent care clinics near Bedford often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why 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 imaging services near Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School, our imaging team is ready.
On-site imaging Bedford trusts.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why Bedford residents near Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Bedford
Take Hwy 121 north to I-820 west, then I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Bedford patient is treated by an Emergency Medicine specialist — not just a PA or NP.
Full imaging suite
CT, X-ray, ultrasound and echocardiogram — all on-site, all read the same visit.
No referral needed
Walk in 24/7 — no doctor's order, no appointment.
Four imaging modalities, one visit.
Every ER Of Fort Worth location keeps hospital-grade imaging on-site, so a scan never means a trip to a separate center or a days-long wait for results.
CT scan
Detailed cross-sectional images in about 20–30 minutes, using low-radiation technology. Used for stroke symptoms, head injury, abdominal pain, kidney stones, chest complaints and trauma.
Digital X-ray
Computed radiography with immediate digital display and roughly 70% less radiation than traditional film. Evaluates fractures, joint injuries, pneumonia, foreign objects and rib or spine injuries.
Ultrasound
Non-invasive imaging for abdominal pain, gallbladder and kidney concerns, soft-tissue injuries, internal bleeding, vascular issues and pregnancy-related pain or bleeding.
Echocardiogram
Bedside imaging of the heart's chambers, valves and blood flow — used to evaluate heart failure, valve disorders, fluid around the heart and reduced cardiac function.
Come in for imaging if you have—
- —A head injury or possible concussion
- —A suspected fracture, dislocation or joint injury
- —Severe or persistent abdominal pain
- —Chest pain or shortness of breath
- —Pregnancy-related pain or bleeding
- —Suspected kidney stone or gallbladder attack
Not sure if you need a scan?
Walk in and our ER physicians will decide what imaging you need.
Gentle imaging for kids.
Children aren't treated like small adults. We use low-radiation CT settings, gentle positioning techniques, child-friendly ultrasound approaches, and private rooms where a parent can stay with their child throughout imaging.
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.
- 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: Call 817-945-4200 from Bedford with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Bedford's imaging.
On-site physician interpretation
The ER physician treating you reads your scan directly — no waiting on a radiologist report from another building.
Results in minutes
Digital imaging means your images and results are ready to review the same visit, not days later.
No referral required
Walk in 24/7. You don't need a doctor's order or a scheduled appointment to get imaging here.
Private imaging rooms
Every scan happens in a private room, with a parent or family member nearby when appropriate.
Insurance accepted.
Bedford 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 Bedford 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.
Do I need a doctor's referral for imaging?
No. You can walk in 24/7 without an appointment or referral. Our ER physicians will determine what imaging, if any, is appropriate for your symptoms.
Is digital X-ray safer than traditional film?
Digital X-ray (computed radiography) typically uses about 70% less radiation than older film-based systems, while producing clearer images with immediate digital display.
Will insurance cover imaging done at the ER?
Yes, in most cases. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare and Medicaid. Self-pay pricing is also available. See our full insurance details.
Should I go to the ER or urgent care for imaging?
Most urgent care clinics only offer X-ray, if that. For CT, ultrasound or echocardiogram — or if your symptoms could be serious — a freestanding ER like ours is the right call.
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 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. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Can Bedford 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.