Acronyms
GlossaryAn acronym is a term formed from the initial letter or letters of each of the major parts of a compound term. This list explains acronyms found on the cms.hhs.gov web site and other acronyms that are commonly used. This list is not a legal document. Select one of the following letters to view the list of acronyms that begins with that letter.
Acronym Sort descending | Term |
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LVAD | Left Ventricular Assist Device |
LVE | Low Volume Exemption |
LVRS | Lung Volume Reduction Surgery |
LW | Living With |
M&M | Medicare & Medicaid |
M+C | Medicare + Choice |
M+C NSF | Medicare + Choice National Standard Format |
M+CO | Medicare + Choice Organization |
MA | Medicare Advantage (formerly Medicare+Choice) |
MA | Major Action |