Credential or role
PULM medical abbreviation
PULM means "pulmonary".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for PULM), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PULM means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| pulmonary | None | Charting, Staffing |
Also written: pulm.
Example
Sample referral: "pulm consult."
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 PULM mean in medical terms?
PULM means "pulmonary".
Where is PULM used?
PULM shows up in charting and staffing. Its category here is credential or role.
Is PULM on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PULM is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.