In 2010, Medicare ceased payment for all consultation CPT codes from which section, excluding G-codes?

Medicare's decision in 2010 to stop covering consultation CPT codes specifically affected the Evaluation and Management (E/M) section. This meant that physicians could no longer bill for consultations using these codes when they were treating Medicare beneficiaries. The rationale behind this change was to simplify the billing process and reduce administrative burdens, while also attempting to ensure that payment for services was based more directly on the complexity and time required for the care provided.

In the context of the other sections, such as Radiology, Surgery, and Anesthesiology, while these fields have their own specific procedures and billing codes, the significant policy change regarding consultation codes was uniquely focused on E/M services. Recognizing this distinction is crucial for understanding billing practices under Medicare, particularly for healthcare providers and coders working within the system.