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Automated Dispensing Cabinet

ADC
general
Updated 3/30/2026

Definition

A computerized drug storage device used in healthcare settings to manage and distribute medications.

Standard Abbreviation

ADC

Category

general

Database Usage

-- Example column naming
CREATE TABLE claims (
  claim_id VARCHAR(50),
  adc VARCHAR(100),  -- Automated Dispensing Cabinet
  ...
);

-- Example in SELECT
SELECT 
  claim_id,
  adc as automated_dispensing_cabinet
FROM claims;

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