Billing and insurance
DME medical abbreviation
DME means "durable medical equipment".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for DME), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What DME means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| durable medical equipment | None | Billing, Claims |
Example
Sample order heading: "DME."
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Questions
What does DME mean in medical terms?
DME means "durable medical equipment".
Where is DME used?
DME shows up in billing and claims. Its category here is billing and insurance.
Is DME on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. DME is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.