Bedford's approximately 46,000 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 with a full-service on-site laboratory. Hospital ERs near Bedford can mean multi-hour waits for basic results, and urgent cares often send labs out, leaving you waiting days for an answer.
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 a Bedford patient near Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School needs urgent answers, our on-site laboratory delivers most results in 30—60 minutes — no appointment required.
Lab services Bedford trusts.
When you need answers fast, where the lab is located matters. 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.
Results in 30-60 minutes
Bedford patients get diagnosis and treatment in the same visit — no waiting days for an outside lab.
Imaging in the same building
CT, ultrasound and X-ray right alongside the lab — Bedford patients get a complete diagnosis in one stop.
Board-certified ER physicians
Lab results for Bedford patients are interpreted by board-certified emergency medicine physicians — 24/7.
When labs guide care.
Lab work is essential for diagnosing many emergencies — these are the most common situations where on-site labs matter most for Bedford patients.
Common reasons.
Our lab supports the full range of ER evaluations for Bedford patients — and connects to outside ordering when needed.
- ✓Symptom evaluation
- ✓Infection workup
- ✓Cardiac evaluation
- ✓Drug screening
- ✓Pre-procedure clearance
- ✓Chronic disease monitoring
When labs can't wait.
- —Need for urgent diagnosis
- —Cardiac symptoms (chest pain, palpitations)
- —Suspected serious infection
- —Diabetic emergency (DKA, severe hypo/hyperglycemia)
- —Unexplained bleeding requiring evaluation
- —Urgent pregnancy testing
Not sure? Call us from Bedford.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Tests we offer.
Our on-site lab handles the full spectrum of emergency diagnostic testing 24/7 for Bedford patients.
Chemistry panels
Electrolytes, kidney function, liver enzymes, glucose, BMP and CMP.
Hematology
CBC, differential count, platelet count and reticulocyte studies.
Microbiology
Blood, urine, wound cultures and gram stains.
Urinalysis
Same-visit results — UTI, kidney function, pregnancy.
Coagulation studies
PT/INR, PTT and D-dimer for clot evaluation.
Rapid PCR & antigen tests
COVID, flu, RSV, strep — results in under an hour.
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: If you have an existing prescription or referral for labs, bring it along — but it's not required. Bedford patients can walk in directly.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Bedford service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Bedford's lab needs.
Same-visit results
Most lab results back in 30-60 minutes — diagnosis and treatment in one visit for Bedford patients.
Board-certified physicians
Lab results interpreted by emergency-medicine doctors, 24/7. Meet our ER doctors.
Imaging in the same building
CT, ultrasound and X-ray right alongside the lab.
All major insurance accepted
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and more. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Bedford residents should not delay urgent lab testing 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 Bedford patients.
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.
How quickly do lab results come back for Bedford patients?
Most basic tests return in 30—60 minutes. Cultures take 24—48 hours — we'll call Bedford patients with those results.
Do you do COVID, flu and RSV tests for Bedford residents?
Yes — rapid PCR testing on-site for COVID, flu A/B, RSV and strep, with results in under an hour for Bedford patients.
Will my insurance cover lab tests from Bedford TX?
Yes, when ordered as part of a medically necessary ER visit. We accept all major insurance, including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, and Tricare. See our full insurance details at /insurance/.
Will my doctor back in Bedford get the lab results?
We can fax or electronically send results to your primary care provider. Just give us their info at check-in and we'll make sure your Bedford doctor stays in the loop.
Can Bedford residents get lab work without a full ER visit?
Lab work performed in our facility is part of the ER evaluation. For routine outpatient labs, Bedford residents should contact their primary care provider — but for any urgent or unexplained symptom, our ER lab can deliver same-visit answers.
Can Bedford patients use online check-in for lab work?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency symptoms. If you have chest pain, signs of serious infection, or a diabetic emergency, do not pause to fill out a form — call 817-945-4200 or come straight in.
What's the best route from the Northeast Mall and L.D. Bell High School area in 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. Both routes average 15 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.