Saginaw's approximately 25,000 residents are served by a community known for Marine Creek Lake and Boswell High School. What Saginaw lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room with a full-service on-site laboratory. Hospital ERs near Saginaw 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 Saginaw residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 8 miles from Saginaw via I-820 & I-35W. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When a Saginaw patient near Marine Creek Lake and Boswell High School needs urgent answers, our on-site laboratory delivers most results in 30—60 minutes — no appointment required.
Lab services Saginaw trusts.
When you need answers fast, where the lab is located matters. Here is why Saginaw residents near Marine Creek Lake and Boswell High School choose ER Of Fort Worth.
10-minute drive from Saginaw
Take Business 287 (Saginaw Blvd) south, merge onto I-820 eastbound, then take I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Results in 30-60 minutes
Saginaw 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 — Saginaw patients get a complete diagnosis in one stop.
Board-certified ER physicians
Lab results for Saginaw 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 Saginaw patients.
Common reasons.
Our lab supports the full range of ER evaluations for Saginaw 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 Saginaw.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Tests we offer.
Our on-site lab handles the full spectrum of emergency diagnostic testing 24/7 for Saginaw 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 Saginaw, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 8 miles from Saginaw. The drive typically takes 10 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Business 287 (Saginaw Blvd) south, merge onto I-820 eastbound, then take I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~8 miles, ~10 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Old Decatur Road or Marine Creek Lake, head east to Business 287, then follow I-820 toward I-35W north. Total: ~8 miles, ~10 min.
- ! Tip: If you have an existing prescription or referral for labs, bring it along — but it's not required. Saginaw patients can walk in directly.
Our parking lot offers drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Saginaw service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Saginaw's lab needs.
Same-visit results
Most lab results back in 30-60 minutes — diagnosis and treatment in one visit for Saginaw 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.
Saginaw 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 Saginaw patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Saginaw TX?
We are approximately 8 miles from Saginaw — about 10 minutes under normal traffic. Take Business 287 (Saginaw Blvd) south, merge onto I-820 eastbound, then take I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Saginaw to your ER?
Take Business 287 (Saginaw Blvd) south, merge onto I-820 eastbound, then take I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Old Decatur Road or Marine Creek Lake, head east to Business 287, then follow I-820 toward I-35W north. 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 Saginaw patients?
Most basic tests return in 30—60 minutes. Cultures take 24—48 hours — we'll call Saginaw patients with those results.
Do you do COVID, flu and RSV tests for Saginaw residents?
Yes — rapid PCR testing on-site for COVID, flu A/B, RSV and strep, with results in under an hour for Saginaw patients.
Will my insurance cover lab tests from Saginaw 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 Saginaw 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 Saginaw doctor stays in the loop.
Can Saginaw 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, Saginaw residents should contact their primary care provider — but for any urgent or unexplained symptom, our ER lab can deliver same-visit answers.
Can Saginaw 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 Marine Creek Lake and Boswell High School area in Saginaw to your ER?
Take Business 287 (Saginaw Blvd) south, merge onto I-820 eastbound, then take I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Old Decatur Road or Marine Creek Lake, head east to Business 287, then follow I-820 toward I-35W north. Both routes average 10 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.