What does SIRA-approved mean?
For physiotherapy in the NSW workers compensation scheme, approval belongs to the individual practitioner. Simon De Biasi was listed in SIRA’s current register with approval number 25864 when this page was prepared.
Does SIRA approval guarantee my treatment is paid?
No. The practitioner must be approved, but claim liability, reasonably necessary treatment, prior-approval rules and the insurer’s decision still affect payment.
Do I need a referral?
Requirements vary with the claim and insurer. Contact the insurer and clinic. A current Certificate of Capacity and treating doctor information are often relevant even where a separate referral is not required.
What is an AHTR?
The Allied Health Treatment Request records assessment information, goals and proposed treatment and is submitted to the insurer when required. The insurer may approve, partially approve, request information or decline services.
Can the physiotherapist certify my work capacity?
Treating physiotherapists can issue certain Certificates of Capacity in limited circumstances under NSW scheme rules. Ask the practitioner and insurer what applies; this page does not promise certification.
Source and review note: Christian Tarabey’s and Riva Maty’s Ahpra registrations and Hadi-Peter Youssef’s ESSA accreditation were checked on the official public registers on 17 August 2026. The SIRA approval numbers shown for Christian, Riva and Hadi were supplied by the clinic; Simon De Biasi’s public SIRA entry was previously checked. Confirm current approval using the
official SIRA practitioner search and with the insurer before treatment. Information is general and does not guarantee claim acceptance, payment, treatment approval or return-to-work timing.