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