The crossword solutions for the term PRESCRIPTION, FOR SHORT are ANNIE (5 letters) and MED (3 letters). ANNIE is an acronym for 'Authorized Non-Physician Prescriber' and MED is an acronym for 'Medical Doctor'. These terms refer to the two types of medical professionals who are legally allowed to write prescriptions. ANNIE is a non-physician healthcare professional such as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant who has been authorized to prescribe medications. MED is a medical doctor, such as a family doctor or specialist, who is also able to write prescriptions.