Billing and insurance
ACO medical abbreviation
ACO means "accountable care organization".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for ACO), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What ACO means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| accountable care organization | None | Billing, Claims |
Example
Sample contract type: "ACO."
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Questions
What does ACO mean in medical terms?
ACO means "accountable care organization".
Where is ACO used?
ACO shows up in billing and claims. Its category here is billing and insurance.
Is ACO on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. ACO is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.