Open Now. No Appointment Needed.
Priority Emergency Center is a walk-in ER Austin, TX, open 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
You do not need an appointment or a referral. Just walk in.
We are located at 3563 Far West Blvd, Austin, TX 78731. Call us anytime at +1 737 423 2300.
Board-certified emergency doctors are on site around the clock, with zero wait time and immediate access to CT scans and lab testing.
What Is a Walk-In ER Austin, TX
A walk-in ER is a full emergency room that accepts patients without an appointment, for both minor and serious conditions.
Unlike urgent care, a walk-in ER can treat life-threatening emergencies. It is staffed by emergency physicians, not just nurse practitioners, and it has the equipment to diagnose and stabilize serious conditions on site.
Priority Emergency Center functions exactly like a hospital ER, minus the long hospital wait times and crowded waiting rooms.
When You Should Come to a Walk-In ER
Come to us if you are dealing with any of the following.
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing
- Severe cuts, burns, or broken bones
- High fever that will not come down
- Abdominal pain or persistent vomiting
- Head injuries or concussions
- Allergic reactions
- Any symptom that feels urgent or worsening
If you are unsure whether your condition qualifies as an emergency, call us at +1 737 423 2300. Our team can guide you before you even arrive.
For a closer look at the range of conditions we treat, visit our emergency room services page.
Walk In Clinic vs Walk In ER: What Is the Actual Difference
A walk-in clinic treats minor illnesses like colds, rashes, and small infections. It usually closes by early evening and cannot handle emergencies.
A walk-in ER, like Priority Emergency Center, is open 24 hours and equipped to treat serious and life-threatening conditions on the spot.
If your symptoms are painful, sudden, or getting worse, a walk-in ER is the safer choice. Clinics often have to send serious cases to a hospital ER anyway, which costs you time you may not have.
Zero Wait Time Means You Are Seen Immediately
At Priority Emergency Center, you are brought back for care as soon as you arrive. There is no sitting in a crowded lobby while your condition gets worse.
Our zero wait time model exists because we are built for emergencies, not high patient volume. That means shorter check-in, faster diagnosis, and quicker treatment.
For patients in pain or in the middle of a medical scare, that difference matters.
Advanced Diagnostics and Doctor Expertise on Site
Every patient at Priority Emergency Center is treated by a board-certified emergency physician, not a rotating mix of staff.
We have CT scan imaging and a full onsite lab, so results come back in minutes, not hours or days. There is no need to be sent elsewhere for testing.
This means faster diagnosis, faster treatment, and faster peace of mind.
Learn more about our imaging capabilities on our diagnostic imaging services page, or read about our onsite lab services for testing turnaround times.
Trusted Emergency Care in the 78731 Area
Priority Emergency Center serves Austin, TX and the surrounding 78731 neighborhoods, including Northwest Hills, Allandale, and Rosedale.
We are built to give this community hospital-level emergency care without the hospital-level wait. Our doctors, imaging, and lab all work together under one roof, so you are not bounced between departments or facilities.
Whether it is the middle of the night or the middle of a workday, our doors are open, and our team is ready.
For details on how we handle the most serious cases, see our page on 24 7 emergency trauma care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Priority Emergency Center open right now? Yes. We are open 24 hours a day, every day, including holidays.
Do I need an appointment for a walk-in ER visit? No. You can walk in at any time without scheduling ahead.
How long is the wait at Priority Emergency Center? We operate on a zero wait time model, so you are seen as soon as you arrive.
Can a walk-in ER handle serious emergencies? Yes. Unlike an urgent care clinic, a walk-in ER like ours is equipped and staffed to treat serious and life-threatening conditions.
Does Priority Emergency Center have imaging and lab testing on site? Yes. CT scans and full lab testing are available immediately, with no need to visit another facility.
Where is Priority Emergency Center located? We are located at 3563 Far West Blvd, Austin, TX 78731, serving patients throughout the 78731 area and greater Austin.
Walk In Today, No Appointment Needed
If you are dealing with a medical emergency, do not wait it out at home.
Walk in to Priority Emergency Center at 3563 Far West Blvd, Austin, TX 78731, or call us now at +1 737 423 2300.
Board-certified doctors, zero wait time, and full diagnostics are ready for you the moment you arrive.
