Condition
PID medical abbreviation
PID means "pelvic inflammatory disease".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for PID), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PID means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| pelvic inflammatory disease | None | Charting, Problem lists |
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What does PID mean in medical terms?
PID means "pelvic inflammatory disease".
Where is PID used?
PID shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is PID on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PID is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.