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