Coppell residents are served by a community known for Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance. What Coppell lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering musculoskeletal injury care. Urgent care clinics near Coppell often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why Coppell residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 22 miles from Coppell via Hwy 121. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need musculoskeletal injury care near Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance, our injury care team is ready.
Injury care Coppell trusts.
When it matters, where you go makes a difference. Here is why Coppell residents near Old Town Coppell and Wagon Wheel Park, near DFW Airport's north entrance choose ER Of Fort Worth.
25-minute drive from Coppell
Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Coppell patient is treated by an Emergency Medicine specialist — not just a PA or NP.
On-site X-ray & ultrasound
Confirms sprain, strain, dislocation or fracture the same visit.
Joint reduction on-site
Dislocations reduced with proper imaging and pain control.
Injury warning signs.
Soft-tissue and joint injuries often look less dramatic than a fracture, but can still need urgent care.
Types of injuries we treat.
- ✓Sprains (stretched or torn ligaments)
- ✓Strains (stretched or torn muscles/tendons)
- ✓Joint dislocations
- ✓Torn ligaments (ACL, MCL and similar)
- ✓Sports injuries
- ✓Work-related accidents
- ✓Motor vehicle accident injuries
Come in if you have—
- —A joint that looks out of place or deformed
- —Inability to move or bear weight on the injured area
- —Numbness, tingling, or a cold, pale limb
- —Significant swelling that develops rapidly
- —An injury from a car accident or high-impact fall
- —Pain that is severe or getting worse
Not sure how serious it is?
On-site imaging gives us an answer fast.
Treatments we offer.
On-site X-ray & ultrasound
Confirms whether an injury is a sprain, strain, dislocation or fracture.
IV pain management
Fast relief while we evaluate and treat.
Joint reduction
Restoring a dislocated joint to its normal position, with appropriate pain control.
Splinting & bracing
Stabilizing the injury for proper healing.
Orthopedic referral
Connection to a specialist for ligament or tendon repair when needed.
Getting to our ER from Coppell, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 22 miles from Coppell. The drive typically takes 25 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~22 miles, ~25 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Old Town Coppell, follow Sandy Lake Road to Hwy 121 west toward I-35W. Total: ~22 miles, ~25 min.
- ! Tip: Call 817-945-4200 from Coppell with any questions before you arrive.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Coppell's injury care.
Board-certified ER physicians
Trained to distinguish sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures quickly.
On-site imaging
X-ray and ultrasound in the same building — no separate appointment.
Average wait under 10 minutes
Get evaluated and treated fast.
Same-day orthopedic referral
For injuries needing specialist follow-up.
Insurance accepted.
Coppell 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 Coppell patients.
What's the difference between a sprain and a strain?
A sprain is a stretched or torn ligament (connects bone to bone), while a strain is a stretched or torn muscle or tendon (connects muscle to bone). Both can cause similar swelling and pain, which is why imaging helps confirm the diagnosis.
Can urgent care treat a dislocated joint?
Most urgent care clinics can't safely reduce a dislocated joint, which requires imaging, pain control and hands-on technique. A dislocation should be evaluated at the ER.
Do I need an X-ray for a sprain?
Often, yes — especially if there's significant swelling, inability to bear weight, or the mechanism of injury suggests a possible fracture. On-site X-ray gives us an answer the same visit.
How long does a sprain or strain take to heal?
Mild sprains and strains often improve in 1–3 weeks with rest, ice and support. More severe ligament or tendon tears can take 6–12 weeks or longer, sometimes requiring specialist care.
Should I go to the ER after a car accident even if I feel okay?
Yes, especially if you have any pain, stiffness or swelling. Some musculoskeletal injuries don't become obvious until hours after an accident, and documentation matters if you pursue a claim.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Coppell TX?
We are approximately 22 miles from Coppell — about 25 minutes under normal traffic. Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Coppell to your ER?
Take Hwy 121 north and west around DFW Airport's north entrance, connecting to I-35W north to Heritage Trace Parkway. From Old Town Coppell, follow Sandy Lake Road to Hwy 121 west toward I-35W. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Can Coppell 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.