Notice of Privacy Practices for Behavioral Health Services (Updated 2026 Form)
Julie L. Wien, LCSW, LLC
55 Walnut Street, Suite 205
Norwood, New Jersey 07648
Phone: (201) 960-3563
Email: julielwien@gmail.com
NPI#: 1871682682
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.
What’s New in 2026:
Updated protections for substance use disorder and reproductive health records.
Expansions in digital health records and your access rights.
Telehealth privacy and security updates.
Clarifications on data sharing with health information exchanges (HIEs).
Enhanced protections for sensitive behavioral health information in compliance with recent laws.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your health information. This Notice explains how we may use and share your protected health information (PHI) and outlines your rights under the law.
Special Protections for Substance Use Disorder Records
Records related to substance use disorder (SUD) diagnosis or treatment are specially protected. We cannot disclose these records to others—including other healthcare providers or insurers—without your specific written consent, unless required by law (such as a medical emergency or court order). You may revoke your consent at any time.
Reproductive Health Information Privacy
Information about your reproductive health services (such as contraception, fertility, pregnancy, abortion, miscarriage, and related care) will only be released with your specific written authorization, unless required by law. You may request extra confidentiality for these services.
Expanded Rights for Digital & Telehealth Services
If you receive telehealth services, privacy is protected through secure, encrypted platforms.
Health Information Exchange (HIE) Participation
We may share health information with HIEs to coordinate your care unless you opt out.
Your Rights Include:
To access and receive a copy of your records (both paper and electronic)
To request corrections to your health information
To request additional restrictions on uses/disclosures
To receive confidential communications
To request a list of disclosures we’ve made
Questions or Concerns?
For more information or to exercise your rights, contact our Privacy Officer:
Julie L. Wien, LCSW, LLC
55 Walnut Street, Suite 205
Norwood, New Jersey 07648
Phone: (201) 960-3563
Email: julielwien@gmail.com