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 musculoskeletal injury care. 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 musculoskeletal injury care near the Loop 820 corridor and Richland Hills' established residential neighborhoods, our injury care team is ready.
Injury care 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.
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 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 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.
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.
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 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.