Billing and insurance
SHIP medical abbreviation
SHIP means "State Health Insurance Assistance Program".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for SHIP), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What SHIP means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program | None | Billing, Claims |
Example
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Questions
What does SHIP mean in medical terms?
SHIP means "State Health Insurance Assistance Program".
Where is SHIP used?
SHIP shows up in billing and claims. Its category here is billing and insurance.
Is SHIP on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. SHIP is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.