Richland Hills residents are served by a community known for the Loop 820 corridor and Richland Hills' established residential neighborhoods. What Richland Hills lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering imaging services. Urgent care clinics near Richland Hills often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why Richland Hills residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 11 miles from Richland Hills via I-820 & I-35W. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need imaging services near the Loop 820 corridor and Richland Hills' established residential neighborhoods, our imaging team is ready.
On-site imaging Richland Hills trusts.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why Richland Hills residents near the Loop 820 corridor and Richland Hills' established residential neighborhoods choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Richland Hills
Take I-820 west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Richland Hills 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 Richland Hills, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 11 miles from Richland Hills. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take I-820 west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~11 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Glenview Drive, head to Loop 820 westbound and follow signs to I-35W north. Total: ~11 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: Call 817-945-4200 from Richland Hills with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Richland Hills'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.
Richland Hills 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 Richland Hills 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 Richland Hills TX?
We are approximately 11 miles from Richland Hills — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take I-820 west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Richland Hills to your ER?
Take I-820 west to I-35W north and exit at Heritage Trace Parkway. From Glenview Drive, head to Loop 820 westbound and follow signs 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 Richland Hills 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.