Charting
IADL medical abbreviation
IADL means "instrumental activities of daily living".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for IADL), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What IADL means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| instrumental activities of daily living | None | Charting |
Example
Sample therapy note: "IADL review."
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Questions
What does IADL mean in medical terms?
IADL means "instrumental activities of daily living".
Where is IADL used?
IADL shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is IADL on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. IADL is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.