Care setting or organization
NICU medical abbreviation
NICU means "neonatal intensive care unit".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for NICU), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What NICU means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| neonatal intensive care unit | None | Billing, Charting |
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What does NICU mean in medical terms?
NICU means "neonatal intensive care unit".
Where is NICU used?
NICU shows up in billing and charting. Its category here is care setting or organization.
Is NICU on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. NICU is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.