24/7 Emergency Room for Veterans in Houston
Veterans ER in Houston — Open 24/7
Montrose Emergency Room is honored to provide around-the-clock emergency care for veterans in Houston. Our freestanding ER is open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with a board-certified emergency physician on site and CT, X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing available when medically appropriate. Veterans are seen right away — no appointment and no long wait.
- Open 24/7
- Board-Certified ER Physician On Site
- No-Wait ER Access
- Private Insurance Accepted
- Walk-Ins Welcome
If you or a fellow veteran may be having a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. For a mental health crisis, call or text the Veterans Crisis Line at 988, then press 1.
Emergency Care for Veterans — 24 Hours a Day
Veterans emergency care at Montrose Emergency Room is immediate medical evaluation and treatment for those who have served, available 24/7. Our ER is staffed by a board-certified emergency physician and equipped with on-site imaging and laboratory testing, so many conditions can be assessed and treated in a single visit — with the dignity and respect veterans deserve.
We proudly serve veterans across Houston with fast, compassionate emergency care for serious, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms. Whether it is a service-related injury, a cardiac or respiratory concern, severe pain or a mental-health emergency, our team is ready around the clock. Walk in any time — no appointment is required.
Know the Warning Signs
Symptoms That May Require Emergency Evaluation
The right level of care depends on how severe your symptoms are, how quickly they started and your overall health. The following symptoms are commonly evaluated in the emergency room. This list is educational and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.
- Chest pain or pressure, especially with sweating, nausea or arm/jaw pain
- Difficulty breathing or severe shortness of breath
- Severe abdominal pain, sudden or worsening
- Sudden severe headache unlike any before
- Weakness or numbness, especially on one side
- Stroke warning signs — face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty
- Fainting or loss of consciousness
- Severe or sudden dizziness
- Signs of dehydration with vomiting or weakness
- Persistent vomiting or inability to keep fluids down
- High or persistent fever with worsening illness
- Signs of serious infection
- Severe allergic reaction
- Possible broken bones or deformity
- Deep or severe cuts and wounds
- Severe or worsening pain from a chronic or service-related condition
- Significant injuries from falls or accidents
- Uncontrolled bleeding
If any symptom appears life-threatening — severe chest pain, major difficulty breathing, stroke signs, uncontrolled bleeding or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.
When Should a Veteran Go to the ER?
A veteran should go to the emergency room for symptoms that are severe, come on suddenly, or worsen quickly — such as chest pain, serious difficulty breathing, stroke warning signs, severe abdominal pain, uncontrolled bleeding, major injuries, fainting or a sudden severe headache. When symptoms may be life-threatening, call 911 rather than driving.
For milder, non-urgent problems — minor colds, small cuts or uncomplicated illnesses — an urgent care or primary care visit is often appropriate. When you are unsure and symptoms are significant, the safer choice is emergency evaluation. Montrose Emergency Room is open 24/7 and sees veterans right away.
Choosing the Right Care
Veteran ER vs. Urgent Care
Urgent care is generally intended for mild, non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. An emergency room is designed for serious, severe or rapidly worsening symptoms and has broader emergency diagnostic and treatment capabilities. Capabilities vary by facility.
Choose the ER for
- Chest pain or pressure
- Serious difficulty breathing
- Stroke warning signs
- Severe abdominal pain
- Major injuries or fractures
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Fainting or confusion
- Severe allergic reactions
- Mental-health emergencies
Urgent care may fit for
- Minor cold or flu symptoms
- Minor cuts and scrapes
- Mild sprains
- Low-grade fever in an otherwise well adult
- Uncomplicated rashes
- Routine minor illnesses
If symptoms appear life-threatening, call 911. Read our full ER vs Urgent Care guide.
Veteran-Focused Emergency Care
Specialized Emergency Care for Veterans
Veterans sometimes face health concerns connected to their service. Our emergency team is prepared to evaluate and stabilize a wide range of urgent conditions with sensitivity to the needs of those who have served.
Trauma & Injury Care
Immediate assessment and treatment for falls, fractures, wounds and service-related injuries.
Mental Health Emergencies
Our team responds to urgent mental-health needs, including PTSD and anxiety crises, with compassion. For a crisis, call 988 and press 1.
Cardiac & Respiratory Care
Rapid evaluation for chest pain, heart-related symptoms, breathing difficulty and complications of chronic conditions.
Pain Management
Emergency-level care for severe pain, from acute injuries to flare-ups of chronic conditions.
What to Expect
What Happens When You Arrive?
Check-In
Walk in without an appointment. Our team gathers your basic information and the reason for your visit.
Medical Evaluation
An emergency provider reviews your symptoms, history and current condition to guide next steps.
Diagnostic Testing
When appropriate, testing may include labs, EKG, X-ray, CT or ultrasound performed on site.
Treatment & Next Steps
Treatment is based on the findings and may include medication, IV fluids, monitoring or coordination of a higher level of care.
On-Site Diagnostics
On-Site Diagnostic Capabilities
When testing is medically appropriate, having imaging and laboratory services inside the emergency facility helps the care team evaluate your condition without sending you to a separate outpatient center.
CT Scan
CT imaging may help evaluate certain head, chest and abdominal emergencies when ordered by the physician.
Digital X-Ray
X-rays help assess possible fractures, certain chest conditions and other injuries.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound may be used for selected abdominal, pelvic and other evaluations when clinically appropriate.
On-Site Laboratory
Lab testing supports evaluation of infection, dehydration, cardiac concerns and other conditions.
EKG & Cardiac Testing
An EKG and related testing may be used for chest pain, palpitations or other heart-related symptoms.
Testing is selected based on your symptoms, examination and the physician's assessment.
Emergency Treatment
Emergency Treatment for Veterans
Treatment depends on your evaluation and the results of any testing. Depending on the condition, emergency care may include appropriate medications, IV fluids, wound care, splinting or immobilization, breathing treatments, cardiac monitoring or other interventions. The emergency team focuses on evaluating and stabilizing your condition and explaining the next steps in your care.
Insurance & Billing
Insurance & Billing for Veterans
Montrose Emergency Room works with most major private insurance plans and offers self-pay options. At this time, we are unable to accept government insurance, including Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE. If you have questions about coverage or costs, our team is glad to help before or during your visit.
In a true emergency, come in first — do not delay care over insurance or billing questions.
Trusted by Houston Veterans
Why Veterans Choose Montrose Emergency Room
Open 24/7
Emergency care day and night, including weekends and holidays.
No-Wait ER Access
Veterans are seen right away, without the long waits common at large hospitals.
Board-Certified Physicians
Experienced emergency physicians on site for every visit.
On-Site Diagnostics
CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing support evaluation.
Compassionate, Veteran-Focused Care
Care delivered with the dignity and respect those who served deserve.
Central Houston Location
Convenient access at 1110 W Gray St in Montrose.
Easy Directions for Veterans
How to Reach Montrose ER
We want it to be simple and stress-free for veterans to reach us during an emergency. Here is how to get to 1110 W Gray St from key areas around Houston.
From The Galleria (77056): Drive east on Westheimer Rd, merge onto I-69/US-59 North, exit at Shepherd Dr, turn left, then right onto W Gray St. Approx. 15 minutes (5 miles).
From The Heights (77008): Head south on Yale St, continue on Waugh Dr, then turn left onto W Gray St. Approx. 12 minutes (4 miles).
From Bellaire (77401): Drive north on S Rice Ave, merge onto I-69/US-59 North, exit at Shepherd Dr, turn left, then right onto W Gray St. Approx. 20 minutes (8 miles).
From Downtown (77002) & Memorial Park (77007): From Downtown, take Allen Pkwy to Waugh Dr, then left onto W Gray St. From Memorial Park, drive east on Washington Ave, turn right onto Waugh Dr, then left onto W Gray St. Approx. 10 minutes (3 miles).
Veterans Emergency Care FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Montrose ER provide emergency care for veterans?
Yes. Montrose Emergency Room provides 24/7 emergency care for veterans in Houston, with a board-certified emergency physician on site and no-wait access. Walk in any time — no appointment is required.
Does Montrose Emergency Room accept TRICARE or VA insurance?
We work with most major private insurance plans and offer self-pay options. At this time, we are unable to accept government insurance, including Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE. In an emergency, come in first — do not delay care over billing.
Can veterans walk in without an appointment?
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No appointment is needed for emergency evaluation.
Does the ER help with mental-health emergencies such as PTSD?
Our team can evaluate and respond to urgent mental-health needs with sensitivity. If you or a veteran is in crisis, call or text the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 and press 1, or call 911 for a life-threatening emergency.
When should a veteran go to the ER?
Go to the ER for severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms — chest pain, serious difficulty breathing, stroke warning signs, severe abdominal pain, uncontrolled bleeding, major injuries or fainting. Call 911 if symptoms may be life-threatening.
What on-site testing is available?
Montrose Emergency Room has on-site CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, EKG and laboratory testing, used when clinically appropriate.
Is Montrose Emergency Room open overnight and on holidays?
Yes. The ER is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including overnight hours, weekends and holidays.
Where is Montrose Emergency Room located?
We are at 1110 W Gray St #101, Houston, TX 77019, in the Montrose neighborhood, serving veterans across central Houston.
Need Emergency Care for a Veteran in Houston?
If you are a veteran with serious or worsening symptoms, Montrose Emergency Room is open around the clock. Walk in any time — no appointment is required.
Montrose Emergency Room
1110 W Gray St #101, Houston, TX 77019
(832) 487-0911 · Open 24/7 — 365 Days a Year
If symptoms appear life-threatening, call 911 immediately.
This information is for general educational purposes and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.