Emergency Room at St. Joseph Health - Madison Hospital - Madisonville, TX

The ER is for serious or life-threatening conditions like chest pain, stroke symptoms, difficulty breathing, severe injuries or uncontrollable bleeding. For less severe issues like minor cuts, sprains or colds, urgent care may be more appropriate.

If you experience any life-threatening symptoms, a trip to the emergency room is necessary. These include:

• Shortness of breath

• Chest pain

• Loss of consciousness

• Sudden changes in speech

• Trauma

• Excessive bleeding

If you think you may be experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

No appointment is necessary. Our ER operates 24/7, providing care for emergencies whenever they arise.

Bring a photo ID, insurance card, a list of medications and any relevant medical records. If needed, bring someone who can help provide information about your condition. 

You will need to fill out forms for registration, including your personal and medical information. This may involve providing details about your insurance, medications, allergies and medical history. The following forms can be downloaded, printed and completed prior to your visit:

Registration form (English)

Registration form (Spanish)

Registration form (Medicare)

Registration and medical history packet (English)

Medical history form (English)

Medical history form (Spanish)

Release of protected health information form (English)

Release of protected health information form (Spanish)

Medical record release form (English)

Patient notification of data collection (English)

Your health and time are our top priorities. From the moment you arrive, you’ll speak with a nurse who will assess your needs and ensure you receive the most appropriate care quickly. After treatment, our nurses will walk you through your discharge instructions and answer any questions, streamlining the process so you can return home sooner.

St. Joseph Health Air Med 12 is the only air medical transport team based in the Brazos Valley, providing fast, expert care when minutes matter. In partnership with MedTrans, we safely fly patients to hospitals across the region, including Houston, Austin and Temple.

Admission depends on your condition. Many patients are treated and discharged, while others may require further care and hospitalization. If you need to be admitted to the hospital, your medical records will be immediately available to any of our health care providers who will be taking care of you.

St. Joseph Health offers an online patient record request tool, which is easy to use and free. You'll need to verify your identity by uploading a photo of your driver's license, which you can take with your phone or computer. 

You may also view a portion of your medical records through our patient portal.

Request records electronically

We accept most major insurance plans, but since coverage is frequently updated, we recommend that you check with your insurance company for details or call our office so we can help you verify coverage.

View accepted insurance plans

We offer secure online access to your health information, making it easier and more convenient to manage your care. With portal access, you can communicate with your doctor, access test results, request prescription refills and manage appointments. 

Learn more about portal access