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Audit Log Specification

Civics | template | Updated 2026-03-14

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ai, claims, eligibility, template, civics

Audit Log Specification

Use this template to define the minimum record for every materially consequential adverse decision.

Required fields

  • case or claim identifier
  • model, rules engine, or workflow version
  • inputs used
  • output, score, or recommendation
  • human reviewer or approver
  • final decision
  • time stamps
  • override status
  • notice date
  • appeal outcome

Record quality rules

  • the stored record should match the decision as actually made
  • changes after the decision should be versioned, not overwritten
  • retention should last long enough for review, audit, and appeal
  • export should be possible without vendor mediation

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