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