Charting
REHAB medical abbreviation
REHAB means "rehabilitation".
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What REHAB means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| rehabilitation | None | Charting |
Also written: rehab.
Example
Sample discharge plan: "rehab."
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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What does REHAB mean in medical terms?
REHAB means "rehabilitation".
Where is REHAB used?
REHAB shows up in charting. Its category here is charting.
Is REHAB on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. REHAB is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.