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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CISC | Complex Instruction Set Computing |
CISTR | Correspondence Image Storage, Transmission & Retrieval |
CITIC | Consolidated Information Technology Infrastructure Contract |
CKD | Count Key Data |
CKM | Constructive Key Management |
CLAIM | Community Leaders Assisting the ICA (Insurance Counseling Assistance) in Missouri |
CLCCP | Comprehensive Limiting Charge Compliance Program |
CLFS | Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule |
CLIA | Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (of 1965) (Amendments 1988) |
CLIA | Clinical Laboratory Interstate Act (or Amendments) |