The TMS Center of NJ
Effective Date: February 26, 2026
The TMS Center of NJ (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website https://www.thetmscenterofnj.com/ and through our clinical services.
This policy is intended to comply with applicable federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) and applicable New Jersey privacy regulations.
1. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide
We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide through:
- Contact forms
- Appointment requests
- Phone calls
- Email communications
- Intake paperwork
- Insurance verification forms
This may include:
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Email address
- Date of birth
- Insurance information
- Other information necessary to schedule or provide services
B. Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you receive services from The TMS Center of NJ, we collect Protected Health Information, including:
- Medical history
- Mental health history
- Diagnosis
- Treatment plans
- Clinical notes
- Medication information
- Insurance and billing information
PHI is used and disclosed in accordance with HIPAA and applicable state law.
C. Automatically Collected Website Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referral sources
We may use cookies or analytics tools to collect this information.
2. How We Use Information
We may use your information to:
- Provide clinical services
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Communicate regarding care
- Verify insurance and process billing
- Improve our website and services
- Respond to inquiries
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell personal or health information.
3. Disclosure of Information
We may disclose information:
- To healthcare providers involved in your care
- To insurance companies for billing and payment
- To third-party service providers assisting with operations, under confidentiality agreements
- When required by law, court order, or public health authority
- To prevent serious threats to health or safety
We do not share personal or health information with unrelated third parties for marketing purposes without written authorization.
4. HIPAA Rights (For Patients)
Patients have the right to:
- Access their medical records
- Request corrections
- Request restrictions on certain disclosures
- Receive an accounting of disclosures
- Request confidential communications
- File a complaint without retaliation
Requests must be submitted in writing.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure.
6. Website Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze traffic. You may control cookies through your browser settings.
We do not use cookies to collect or store Protected Health Information.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 without appropriate parental or guardian consent.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
The TMS Center of NJ
55 North Gilbert Street, Suite 2203
Tinton Falls, NJ 07701
Phone: (267) 214-1941