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