Care setting or organization
NCI medical abbreviation
NCI means "National Cancer Institute".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for NCI), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What NCI means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Cancer Institute | None | Billing, Charting |
Example
Sample reference: "NCI guidance."
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 NCI mean in medical terms?
NCI means "National Cancer Institute".
Where is NCI used?
NCI shows up in billing and charting. Its category here is care setting or organization.
Is NCI on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. NCI is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.