Article said they were phishing (or otherwise) to get enough info from the Dr to create their own ePrescribing accounts. Then they are effectively writing prescriptions as though they are a doctor and getting them filled at local pharmacies. Just a much more sophisticated version of stealing the prescription pad and forging a signature.
Think about this. There is an issue called an anal fistula. It’s essentially a hole near the rectum that goes inside to the intestine, usually caused by an infection. The surgery to correct it can involve just filleting it open and leaving a big open wound.