Charting
DOB medical abbreviation
DOB means "date of birth".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for DOB), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What DOB means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| date of birth | None | Charting |
Example
Sample form field label: "DOB."
A made-up line that shows the abbreviation in place. It is not about any patient and is not an instruction.
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Questions
What does DOB mean in medical terms?
DOB means "date of birth".
Where is DOB used?
DOB shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is DOB on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. DOB is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.