Roanoke's approximately 12,000 residents are served by a community known for Historic Roanoke's Oak Street restaurant row and Byron Nelson High School. What Roanoke lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room with a full-service on-site laboratory. Hospital ERs near Roanoke 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 Roanoke residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 10 miles from Roanoke via I-35W. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When a Roanoke patient near Historic Roanoke's Oak Street restaurant row and Byron Nelson High School needs urgent answers, our on-site laboratory delivers most results in 30—60 minutes — no appointment required.
Lab services Roanoke trusts.
When you need answers fast, where the lab is located matters. Here is why Roanoke residents near Historic Roanoke's Oak Street restaurant row and Byron Nelson High School choose ER Of Fort Worth.
15-minute drive from Roanoke
Take I-35W south toward Fort Worth and exit directly at Heritage Trace Parkway.
Results in 30-60 minutes
Roanoke 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 — Roanoke patients get a complete diagnosis in one stop.
Board-certified ER physicians
Lab results for Roanoke 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 Roanoke patients.
Common reasons.
Our lab supports the full range of ER evaluations for Roanoke 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 Roanoke.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Tests we offer.
Our on-site lab handles the full spectrum of emergency diagnostic testing 24/7 for Roanoke 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 Roanoke, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 10 miles from Roanoke. The drive typically takes 15 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take I-35W south toward Fort Worth and exit directly at Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~10 miles, ~15 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Hwy 114, head east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway — about 15 minutes door to door. Total: ~10 miles, ~15 min.
- ! Tip: If you have an existing prescription or referral for labs, bring it along — but it's not required. Roanoke patients can walk in directly.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Roanoke service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Roanoke's lab needs.
Same-visit results
Most lab results back in 30-60 minutes — diagnosis and treatment in one visit for Roanoke 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.
Roanoke 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 Roanoke patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Roanoke TX?
We are approximately 10 miles from Roanoke — about 15 minutes under normal traffic. Take I-35W south toward Fort Worth and exit directly at Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Roanoke to your ER?
Take I-35W south toward Fort Worth and exit directly at Heritage Trace Parkway. From Hwy 114, head east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway — about 15 minutes door to door. 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 Roanoke patients?
Most basic tests return in 30—60 minutes. Cultures take 24—48 hours — we'll call Roanoke patients with those results.
Do you do COVID, flu and RSV tests for Roanoke residents?
Yes — rapid PCR testing on-site for COVID, flu A/B, RSV and strep, with results in under an hour for Roanoke patients.
Will my insurance cover lab tests from Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke doctor stays in the loop.
Can Roanoke 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, Roanoke residents should contact their primary care provider — but for any urgent or unexplained symptom, our ER lab can deliver same-visit answers.
Can Roanoke 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 Historic Roanoke's Oak Street restaurant row and Byron Nelson High School area in Roanoke to your ER?
Take I-35W south toward Fort Worth and exit directly at Heritage Trace Parkway. From Hwy 114, head east to I-35W south, then exit at Heritage Trace Parkway — about 15 minutes door to door. Both routes average 15 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.