Acronym List
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.
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| Acronym | Term | Audiences |
|---|
| ZBB |
Zero Base Budgeting (OMB Circular A115) |
General |
| ZD |
Zero Defects |
General |
| ZI |
Zonal Index |
General |
| ZIP |
Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP Codes) |
General |
| ZIP+4 |
9 digit ZIP Code Plan |
Health Care, Medicare Beneficiary |
| ZO |
Zero Overpricing |
General |
| ZST |
Zone Standard Time |
General |
| ZULU |
Greenwich Mean Time |
General |
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