Chest Pain: When to Seek Care in Central Indiana
Learn the causes of chest pain, symptoms, and when to seek around the clock, high-quality care at Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care in Indiana.
Written by: Corey Alexander
Published on: October 27, 2025
Chest pain is a warning sign you should never ignore. In Indiana, heart disease remains the leading cause of death, with over 15,000 fatalities annually. Recognizing the causes and knowing when it could signal a life-threatening event can save lives.
Common Causes of Chest Pain
Chest pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation or even a crushing pressure. While it’s often associated with heart-related issues, not all chest pain stems from the heart. Here are some other common causes:
- Muscle Strain: Overexertion from daily activities can cause sharp, localized pain.
- Acid Reflux: GERD often mimics heart pain with a burning sensation after meals.
- Respiratory Problems: Asthma or pneumonia can cause chest pain with coughing or shortness of breath.
- Anxiety: Panic attacks can feel like a heart attack but are not cardiac-related.
When to Seek Immediate Help
You should never try to self-diagnose chest pain. However, understanding the different types of symptoms can help you determine the urgency of the situation.
Call 911 or visit an ER if chest pain is severe, crushing, or spreads to your arm, jaw, or back. Symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness, or cold sweats could signal a heart attack.
Why Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care?
With advanced diagnostics and expert care, Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care in Hamilton County is ready to address your chest pain.
The ER is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The urgent care center is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. No appointments are necessary for in-person visits.
Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care has four convenient locations:
- Riverview Health Westfield Hospital is located at 17600 Shamrock Blvd, Westfield, IN 46074, and may be reached at 317.214.5555.
- Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care Carmel is located at 14585 Hazel Dell Pkwy., Carmel, IN 46033, and may be reached at 317.406.4280.
- Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care Fishers is located at 9690 E. 116th St., Fishers, IN 46037, and may be reached at 317.406.4585.
- Riverview Health Emergency Room & Urgent Care West Carmel/Zionsville is located at 10830 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville, IN 46077, and may be reached at 317.406.4713.
