Lake Worth's approximately 5,000 residents are served by a community known for the Lake Worth reservoir and Castle Hills. What Lake Worth lacks is a 24/7 freestanding emergency room offering confidential, same-visit STD testing and treatment. Urgent care clinics near Lake Worth often require an appointment, and many primary care offices aren't open at night or on weekends.
That's why Lake Worth residents rely on ER Of Fort Worth at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway — just 16 miles from Lake Worth via Hwy 199 & I-820. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. When you need confidential testing or treatment near the Lake Worth reservoir and Castle Hills, our STD testing & treatment team offers PCR testing, same-visit antibiotics, and full HIPAA privacy — no appointment, no judgment.
Confidential STD care Lake Worth trusts.
When privacy and speed both matter, where you go for testing makes a difference. Here is why Lake Worth residents near the Lake Worth reservoir and Castle Hills choose ER Of Fort Worth.
20-minute drive from Lake Worth
Take Jacksboro Highway (Hwy 199) east to I-820, then north to I-35W and Heritage Trace Parkway.
Full HIPAA confidentiality
Lake Worth patients' records are protected. No one contacts partners or anyone else without your permission.
Same-visit results & treatment
Most tests return in under an hour, with treatment started the same visit for Lake Worth patients.
Board-certified ER physicians
Every Lake Worth patient is treated professionally and respectfully — no judgment, ever.
STD warning signs.
Many STIs cause no symptoms at all. If Lake Worth residents have had a concerning exposure, testing is the only way to know for sure.
Common infections.
We test and treat the full range of sexually transmitted infections for Lake Worth patients.
- ✓Chlamydia
- ✓Gonorrhea
- ✓Syphilis
- ✓HIV
- ✓Herpes simplex virus
- ✓Trichomoniasis
- ✓HPV-related disease
Get tested if you have—
- —Any symptoms of an STI (discharge, sores, pain)
- —Known exposure to a partner with an STI
- —Pelvic inflammatory disease symptoms
- —Testicular pain and swelling
- —Severe genital pain or sores
- —Pregnancy with possible STI exposure
Have questions? Call us from Lake Worth.
Fully confidential — we can help you decide.
Treatments we offer.
Our ER provides confidential same-visit STD testing and treatment 24/7 for Lake Worth patients.
Rapid PCR & antigen testing
PCR-level testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV and more — results in under an hour for most tests.
Single-dose antibiotics
Many bacterial STIs cured with one injection or pill given during your visit.
Antiviral therapy
For herpes outbreaks — fast symptom relief and reduced transmission risk.
Partner notification guidance
Confidential counseling on how and when to talk with partners about testing.
Follow-up referral
Connection to primary care or specialty providers for ongoing management.
Full confidentiality
HIPAA-protected medical records. Self-pay options available if you prefer to keep insurance out.
Getting to our ER from Lake Worth, TX.
We are located at 4561 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite 117, Fort Worth, TX 76244 — approximately 16 miles from Lake Worth. The drive typically takes 20 minutes or less under normal traffic conditions.
- 1 Primary route: Take Jacksboro Highway (Hwy 199) east to I-820, then north to I-35W and Heritage Trace Parkway. Total: ~16 miles, ~20 min.
- 2 Alternate route: From Castle Hills, follow Lake Worth Blvd to Hwy 199 east, connecting to I-820 northbound. Total: ~16 miles, ~20 min.
- ! Tip: Your visit is completely confidential — feel free to call 817-945-4200 from Lake Worth with any questions before you arrive.
Our parking lot offers discreet drop-off access directly adjacent to the front entrance. See our full Lake Worth service area page for a map and neighborhood details.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for Lake Worth's STD care.
Full HIPAA confidentiality
Lake Worth patients' visit and records are protected. No one contacts partners or anyone else without your permission.
Same-visit treatment
Get tested, get results, and start treatment all in one visit — usually under an hour.
No judgment
Board-certified ER physicians treat STI care like any other medical concern — professionally and respectfully.
Insurance or self-pay
We accept all major insurance, or offer transparent self-pay pricing for full privacy. See full insurance list —
Insurance accepted.
Lake Worth residents should not delay STD testing or treatment due to insurance questions. We accept all major commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and many more. View our full accepted insurance list —
If confidentiality is a concern, our billing team can discuss transparent self-pay pricing so your visit does not appear on an insurance statement.
Questions from Lake Worth patients.
How far is ER Of Fort Worth from Lake Worth TX?
We are approximately 16 miles from Lake Worth — about 20 minutes under normal traffic. Take Jacksboro Highway (Hwy 199) east to I-820, then north to I-35W and Heritage Trace Parkway.
What is the fastest route from Lake Worth to your ER?
Take Jacksboro Highway (Hwy 199) east to I-820, then north to I-35W and Heritage Trace Parkway. From Castle Hills, follow Lake Worth Blvd to Hwy 199 east, connecting to I-820 northbound. For turn-by-turn directions, enter "4561 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244" into Google Maps or Apple Maps.
Is STD testing confidential for Lake Worth patients?
Yes. All medical records are protected by HIPAA. We do not contact partners, employers, or anyone else without your permission. Lake Worth patients can also discuss self-pay options if they'd prefer their insurance not show the visit.
How long do STD test results take for Lake Worth patients?
Many tests — HIV rapid, gonorrhea, chlamydia PCR — return in under an hour. Some send-out tests take 1—3 days, and we'll call Lake Worth patients directly with those results.
Will my insurance cover STD testing from Lake Worth TX?
Yes, we accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Medicare, Tricare and most major commercial plans. See our full insurance details at /insurance/. Self-pay pricing is also available for full privacy.
Can Lake Worth patients be treated the same visit?
Yes. We can start antibiotics or antivirals during your visit, often before final culture results come back — no need for a separate appointment to begin treatment.
Do Lake Worth patients need to bring a partner for STD testing?
No — but partners should also be tested. Our team can provide confidential guidance on partner notification without involving anyone else in your visit.
Can Lake Worth patients use online check-in for STD testing?
Online check-in at /online-check-in/ is available for non-emergency visits, including STD testing. If you have severe pelvic or testicular pain, high fever, or other urgent symptoms, call 817-945-4200 or come straight in instead.
What's the best route from the the Lake Worth reservoir and Castle Hills area in Lake Worth to your ER?
Take Jacksboro Highway (Hwy 199) east to I-820, then north to I-35W and Heritage Trace Parkway. From Castle Hills, follow Lake Worth Blvd to Hwy 199 east, connecting to I-820 northbound. Both routes average 20 minutes under normal Tarrant County traffic.