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Umls MCP server

pipeworx-io/mcp-umls

UMLS MCP — wraps the NLM UMLS Terminology Services REST API (uts-ws.nlm.nih.gov/rest)

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Install Umls in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http umls https://gateway.pipeworx.io/umls/mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "umls": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/umls/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code
claude mcp add umls -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-umls
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "umls": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-umls"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Umls MCP server do?

UMLS MCP — wraps the NLM UMLS Terminology Services REST API (uts-ws.nlm.nih.gov/rest)

Is the Umls MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Umls run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Umls to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http umls https://gateway.pipeworx.io/umls/mcp

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