Care setting or organization
CCU medical abbreviation
CCU means "coronary care unit".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for CCU), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What CCU means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| coronary care unit | None | Billing, Charting |
Example
Sample note: "admitted to the CCU."
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Questions
What does CCU mean in medical terms?
CCU means "coronary care unit".
Where is CCU used?
CCU shows up in billing and charting. Its category here is care setting or organization.
Is CCU on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. CCU is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.